Ginger Beer – A Caribbean Christmas Favorite

News Americas, NEW YORK, NY: Ginger beer is a timeless, invigorating drink that perfectly balances the bold spice of fresh ginger with subtle hints of warm cinnamon and aromatic pimento. Whether enjoyed on its own, over Ice, or as a mixer in cocktails, this homemade version brings the authentic essence of this classic beverage to your table. Unlike its commercial counterparts, this ginger beer is all-natural and easy to make, requiring only a handful of ingredients and a little patience to steep the flavors overnight. Stay tuned as we walk you through the simple steps to craft your own delicious beer at home! The recipe follows below.

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Ginger Beer

To make ginger beer, steep grated ginger, pimento, and cinnamon in boiling water overnight. Strain the mixture, sweeten to taste, and refrigerate. Serve chilled over ice for a refreshing and spicy beverage.

Course Drinks

Cuisine #caribbean

Keyword Ginger Beer

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

Resting Time 12 hours hours

Total Time 12 hours hours 20 minutes minutes

Servings 8 People

Calories 120kcal

Cost $3

Ingredients

3 lbs ginger fresh grated

12 pimento whole

3 Cinnamon sticks

2 gallons water

3-4 lbs Sugar granulated

Instructions

Preparation

In a deep pot bring two gallons of water to a boil.

2 gallons water

Add freshly grated ginger and 12 whole pimento.

3 lbs ginger, 12 pimento, 3 Cinnamon

Remove from the fire and allow the mixture to steep overnight.

Strain the ginger mixture into a pitcher, discarding the solids except pimento.

Sweeten to taste.

3-4 lbs Sugar

Pour mixture in bottles and refrigerate.

Serve with ice.

Notes

Cheeers!

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EDITOR’S NOTE: Minna LaFortune is a trained Caribbean caterer and also president, Society for the Advancement of the Caribbean Diaspora (SACD). Check out her food group on Facebook at www.facebook.com/groups/bestfoodscaribbean/