REFRESHING Caribbean Ginger Beer.

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Ginger beer is a staple around the holidays on many of the Caribbean islands. It’s made with fresh ginger root, spices, allowed to ferment for a couple of days and sweetened with brown or white sugar. Some add bitters or lime juice before allowing it to ferment. It’s all a matter of personal preference. The flavor ranges from strong or light but either way it’s refreshing and satisfying.

I have always found the thought of ginger beer making daunting which is why I have not made it frequently in the past. I honestly felt it was a task that should be reserved for professionals until I tried it myself. It was the easiest thing to make once I figured how to make it. I consulted with my mom who gave me some very helpful tips that ensured the success of the ginger beer. Those tips I have incorporated into the recipe. She did not recommend boiling first but I felt that would strengthen the flavors, just a personal preference.

Growing up I really did not appreciate ginger beer but now that I am older and can control the result I make a product that I thoroughly enjoy and considered selling.

If you don’t allow it to sit for a couple of days, you will not be making ginger beer but ginger tea or ginger juice so don’t skip that step.

This recipe is not too light and not too strong which will make it enjoyable for all.

Regardless of the name, this ginger beer is not an alcoholic drink. Some folks add alcohol before serving but that is totally optional.

Hope you add it to your holiday menu this year!

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1 lb ginger peeled and grated
10 cups water
cinnamon sticks
cloves
sugar, or to taste
rice
Star Anise, optional
Lime, Juiced, optional
Angostura Bitters, optional

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