HOMEMADE GINGER ALE

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You haven't tasted ginger ale until you've had a glass of this brew . . . you'll never go back to the canned stuff again! The fresh ginger adds zip without being too spicy. And besides being totally irresistible, it's super-simple to make.

Provided by Joan Hunt

Categories     Other Drinks

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 c light brown sugar
1/2 lb fresh ginger, cut into 1/4-inch thick "coins"
1 stick cinnamon
1 pinch cayenne pepper
sparkling water

Steps:

  • 1. Bring sugar, ginger, cinnamon stick and 2 cups water to a boil in large saucepan. Simmer 5 minutes, then remove from heat, and stir in cayenne pepper. Let cool.
  • 2. Strain liquid into small pitcher, and discard ginger and cinnamon. Cover, and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • 3. To serve: Ladle 1/4 cup ginger syrup into tumbler filled with ice. Top with 3/4 cup sparkling water, and stir.

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