Spicy Ginger Beer Recipe

Name: Spicy Ginger Beer
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds fresh gingerroot, peeled and coarsely chopped; 1 english cucumber, unpeeled and coarsely chopped; 2 fresh red chiles, chopped; 1 cup fresh mint leaves; 1 cup turbinado sugar; 3/4 cup acacia honey; 2 cups water; 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice; 1 teaspoon black peppercorns; Chilled club soda, or water if using a soda siphon

Servings: persons

1
Place the ginger and cucumber in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped.
2
Pour them along with any juice into a large saucepan over medium heat and add the chilies, mint leaves, sugar, honey, water, juice, peppercorns, and soda.
3
Bring to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes until the liquid becomes syrupy enough to coat the back of a spoon.
4
Remove from the heat and let cool overnight.
5
Strain the ginger beer through a fine-mesh sieve into a food-safe container and refrigerate; it will keep for 4 days, refrigerated.
6
The ratio of syrup to club soda is 1:3 when made to order.
7
If using a soda siphon, pour 1 cup syrup and 3 cups water into a 1-liter soda siphon.

521

kcal

Calories

Fat

130

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds fresh gingerroot, peeled and coarsely chopped, 1 english cucumber, unpeeled and coarsely chopped, 2 fresh red chiles, chopped, 1 cup fresh mint leaves, and more.

Yes, Spicy Ginger Beer falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spicy Ginger Beer

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Variations & substitutions

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