Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsDocklands RiverfrontGinger Ale Recipe

Ginger Ale Recipe

Time45m
Serves6

Fresh Squeezed Lemonade

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Ingredients

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For Ginger Ale

For Fresh Squeezed Lemonade

Method

For Ginger Ale

  1. 1

    Prepare Ginger Syrup

    Peel and slice the fresh ginger root into thin pieces.

  2. 2

    Simmer Ginger

    In a saucepan, combine the sliced ginger, water, and sugar. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 30 minutes.

  3. 3

    Strain Ginger Syrup

    After simmering, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl to remove the ginger pieces. Let it cool to room temperature.

  4. 4

    Mix Ginger Ale

    In a large pitcher, combine the cooled ginger syrup, fresh lemon juice, and club soda. Stir gently to combine.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the ginger ale over the ice. Garnish with lemon slices if desired.

For Fresh Squeezed Lemonade

  1. 6

    Juice Lemons

    Roll the fresh lemons on the countertop to soften them, then cut them in half and juice them using a citrus juicer.

  2. 7

    Prepare Lemonade Base

    In a pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, sugar, and 4 cups of water. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.

  3. 8

    Chill and Serve

    Add ice cubes to the lemonade and serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for later use. Garnish with lemon slices and mint leaves if desired.

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