Ginger Beer Recipe

Inspired by Red Window

Time40m

Serves6

Make Ginger Beer Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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1
Make the ginger infusion by combining the grated ginger with 1 cup water in a saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer for 10 minutes, then remove from heat and let steep for 15 minutes. Strain the liquid through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean bowl, discarding the solids.
2
Return the ginger liquid to the saucepan and add the sugar. Warm gently, stirring, until the sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat.
3
Stir in the lemon juice and the vanilla extract (if using). Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
4
Chill the ginger syrup base in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
5
To serve, combine the cooled ginger syrup with 4 cups of sparkling water in a large pitcher. Gently stir to combine. Taste and adjust if desired.
6
Serve chilled over ice if desired. Refrigerate any leftovers up to 3 days.