Canada Dry Ginger Ale Recipe
Ginger ale is a carbonated soft drink flavored primarily with ginger, often sweetened and sometimes with added citrus flavors. This recipe offers a fresh and homemade take on ginger ale by using real ginger root, resulting in a spicier and more robust flavor compared to many commercial versions. Here's how to make it at home.
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Ingredients
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Beverage Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
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Strain the Syrup
Remove the saucepan from heat and let it cool. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a clean container to remove the ginger pieces. You now have ginger syrup.
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Mix the Drink
In a large pitcher, combine the ginger syrup, lemon juice, and carbonated water. Stir gently to combine.
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Serve
Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the ginger ale mixture over the ice. Garnish with lime slices if desired. Serve chilled.