GINGER BEER

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From "South of the Sahara: Traditional Cooking from the Lands of West Africa" by Elizabeth A. Jackson. It's cold but it tingles! Plan to let it sit at room temperature for at least a day before chilling. Chilling time is not included in the prep time.

Provided by Chef Kate

Categories     Beverages

Time P1DT2h15m

Yield 1/2 gallon, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 lb fresh ginger
2 limes
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/2 gallon boiling water
1/2 teaspoon yeast

Steps:

  • Wash and then grind or grate the ginger, peel and all and place in a large bowl or pitcher.
  • Juice the limes and add the lime juice, the lime peels, the sugar and the cream of tartar to the ginger.
  • Pour the boiling water over the ginger mixture and allow to sit for at least two hours, stirring occasionally, until the mixture has cooled to room temperature.
  • Making sure the water is at room temperature (if it is too hot, it will kill the yeast), strain the mixture into a large pitcher or jar with a cover.
  • Sprinkle the yeast over the top of the strained liquid and let it sit uncovered for about five minutes so the yeast softens.
  • Now stir the mixture, cover it and leave it to sit at room temperature for 24 hours.
  • Strain again, chill and serve cold.
  • Note: This is not an overly sweet drink and not one in which you can substitute splenda for the sugar as the yeast feeds on the sugar.

mri sharmin
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I would highly recommend this ginger beer recipe to anyone.


Lisa Osei
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This ginger beer is the perfect drink to enjoy with friends and family.


Stephanie Cash
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I would definitely make this ginger beer again.


Mubeen ansari Mubeen ansari
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This ginger beer is a bit too sweet for my taste.


Felicia McGaha
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The ginger beer turned out great, but it took a lot longer to make than I expected.


Md alimul Hassna
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I found this recipe to be a bit too complicated.


Qaadirah Salie
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This ginger beer is a bit too spicy for me.


ashen eymard
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I love the fact that this ginger beer is made with all-natural ingredients.


Nany Moustafa
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This ginger beer is the perfect drink for a hot summer day.


Heidi Klap
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I've tried other ginger beer recipes before, but this one is by far the best.


MD NASIR ISLAM
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This recipe is so easy to follow. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make this ginger beer without any problems.


Mitchell Papi
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I made this ginger beer for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


Karen Richards
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This ginger beer is fantastic! It's so refreshing and flavorful. I love the spicy kick from the ginger.


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