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Ingredients
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Soda Base
Optional Garnishes
Method
Preparation of Ginger Syrup
- 1
Prepare the Ginger
Peel and slice the fresh ginger into thin pieces.
- 2
Create the Syrup
In a medium saucepan, combine the sliced ginger, granulated sugar, and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- 3
Simmer
Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 30 minutes.
- 4
Strain the Syrup
After simmering, remove the saucepan from heat. Use a fine mesh strainer to strain the ginger pieces from the syrup. Discard the ginger.
- 5
Add Lemon Juice
Stir in the lemon juice to the strained ginger syrup.
Final Assembly
- 6
Mix with Carbonated Water
In a large pitcher, combine the ginger syrup with carbonated water. Adjust the ratio according to your taste preference.
- 7
Serve
Pour the ginger ale into glasses over ice. Garnish with lemon slices and mint leaves if desired.
