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Homemade Healthy Ginger Ale

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Welcome, kindred spirit, to my enchanted kitchen, where bubbling brews and herbal elixirs come to life. Today, I stir up a potion both invigorating and soothing—Homemade Healthy Ginger Ale. With fiery ginger root, golden honey, and a splash of citrus, this sparkling tonic is crafted to awaken the senses and nourish the body. A natural remedy for weary souls, it fizzes with magic, easing the belly and lifting the spirit. Brew it with care, let the flavors meld, and sip slowly—this is no ordinary drink, but a spell of warmth, wellness, and wonder in every glass

A refreshing homemade lemonade served in a mason jar garnished with a lime wedge, next to a fresh half lemon on a wooden surface.

This libation is wonderful anytime of the year. It's definitely a summer favorite around these woods!

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Health Benefits of This Recipe

While I'm only a kitchen witch and not a doctor, I've seen this potion of Homemade Ginger Ale have marvelous healing properties:

  1. Aids Digestion: Ginger is a natural remember for sooting the stomach and reducing bloating!
  2. Reduces Inflammation: Ginger's anti-inflammatory properties can help support overall wellness.
  3. Clean Ingredients: No artificial sweeteners or preservatives - just pure, wholesome goodness.

Ingredients

~*~See recipe card for quantities~*~

  • ginger root finely chopped
  • water
  • lemons juiced
  • honey or maple syrup to taste
  • sparkling water

Instructions

Let the crafting begin!

Fresh ginger pieces being transferred from a wooden cutting board into a metal pot, indicating the initial steps of preparing ginger-based lemonade or tea.
  1. Start by finely chopping your ginger root. Then add to your stovetop pot with water and boil.
Lemons being freshly squeezed by hand using a citrus press into a glass jar, emphasizing fresh ingredients for lemonade preparation.
  1. Juice your lemons into your mason jar. Then add in your honey or maple syrup and stir to make a sweet lemon mixture.
Me carefully straining a cooked ginger mixture through a mesh sieve placed above a bowl, separating solids to create a smooth infusion for a beverage.
  1. Run your ginger root water through a strainer to remove the ginger chunks.
Sparkling water being added from a glass bottle into a jar containing freshly made lemonade, enhancing the drink with carbonation and effervescence.
  1. Combine the brewed ginger water with the sweet lemon mixture and some sparkling water over a cup of ice!

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Variations

  • Deluxe - add a little spritz of lime or fresh mint for extra flavor

Equipment

  • 1 Chopping Knife
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Small Stovetop Pot
  • 1 Lemon Juicer
  • 1 Wooden Spatula
  • 1 Handheld Strainer
  • 1 Small Bowl or Cup
  • 16 oz Mason Jar with Lid
  • Cup or Mason Jar for serving!
Print Recipe

Homemade Healthy Ginger Ale Recipe Card

Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: ale, beverages, drinks, ginger, libations
Servings: 16 oz

Equipment

  • 1 Chopping Knife
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Small Stovetop Pot
  • 1 Wooden Spatula
  • 1 Handheld Strainer
  • 1 Lemon Juicer
  • 16 oz Mason Jar with Lid
  • 1 Small Bowl
  • Cup or Mason Jar for serving!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup ginger root finely chopped
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 large lemons juiced
  • 1 spoonful honey or maple syrup to taste
  • sparkling water

Instructions

  • Finely chop 1 cup's worth of ginger root. Place the ginger root in your stovetop pot with 2 cups of water.
  • Bring to a boil, stir with wooden spatula, and then let simmer for 5-10 minutes on low heat.
  • In a lidded mason jar, mix together the juice of 2 lemons with some honey or maple syrup to make your sweet lemon mixture. Sweetness is to taste. You can use a spoon to stir or you can cover the mason jar with its lid and shake.
  • Strain your brewed ginger water into a cup or small bowl through a handheld strainer.
  • Combine the brewed ginger water with the sweet lemon mixture and some sparkling water over a cup of ice! Enjoy!

Storage

Short-Term Storage (1-2 Days, Best for Freshness)

  • Store the mixed ginger ale (lemon mixture + sparkling water) in a sealed glass bottle or jar in the refrigerator.
  • Since carbonation dissipates over time, it's best to enjoy it within 24-48 hours for maximum fizziness.

Long-Term Storage (Up to 1 Week, Ginger Syrup Only)

  • If you plan to store it longer, keep the ginger syrup separate from the sparkling water.
  • Store the syrup in an airtight container or glass jar in the fridge for up to 1 week.
  • When ready to serve, mix with sparkling water to taste.

FAQ

Is there any added sugar in this recipe?

The only sugar from this recipe comes from honey or maple syrup. There is no additional sugar used.

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