Ginger Ale Ginger Candy

Transform your kitchen into a gourmet workshop with this delightful Ginger Ale Ginger Candy recipe, a two-in-one treat that combines the fiery warmth of ginger with sweet and tangy flavors. This recipe lets you craft your own sparkling ginger ale using homemade ginger syrup, perfectly balanced with a splash of fresh lime juice and a hint of honey. At the same time, you’ll create irresistibly chewy ginger candies, coated in sugar for a satisfying crunch. Featuring simple ingredients like fresh ginger root, sparkling water, and granulated sugar, this recipe is both rewarding and versatile—serve the ginger ale as a refreshing drink over ice and enjoy the ginger candies as a zesty snack or thoughtful homemade gift. Whether you’re showcasing your culinary craft or indulging in a self-care treat, this recipe is a true celebration of ginger’s bold flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams Fresh ginger root (peeled and thinly sliced)
• 1 liter Water
• 300 grams Granulated sugar (for syrup)
• 50 grams Granulated sugar (for coating the candy)
• 500 milliliters Sparkling water (for ginger ale)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Honey (optional, for flavor adjustment)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and thinly slice 200 grams of fresh ginger root. Aim for uniform slices to ensure even cooking.

Step 2

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the sliced ginger and 1 liter of water. Bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 40 minutes to extract all the spicy and aromatic flavors from the ginger.

Step 4

Strain the ginger slices from the liquid, reserving both the slices and the ginger-infused water separately.

Step 5

Return the strained ginger-infused water to the same saucepan. Add 300 grams of granulated sugar and stir until dissolved.

Step 6

Simmer the sweetened ginger syrup for an additional 10 minutes, then allow it to cool to room temperature.

Step 7

For the ginger ale, mix 1/4 cup of the ginger syrup with 125 milliliters of sparkling water. Adjust the sweetness to taste using more ginger syrup, lime juice, or honey as desired.

Step 8

For the ginger candy, spread the cooked ginger slices onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Let them cool slightly so they’re just tacky to the touch.

Step 9

Roll the slices in 50 grams of granulated sugar, coating them evenly. Shake off the excess sugar and spread the slices on a wire rack to dry completely (about 1 hour).

Step 10

Store the ginger candy in an airtight container for up to two weeks. Serve the ginger ale immediately over ice for a refreshing drink.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2122.6 grams (2122.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1593

Total Fat 1.60g	2%
Saturated Fat 0.40g	2%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 58mg	3%
Total Carbohydrate 405.40g	147%
Dietary Fiber 4.10g	15%
Total Sugars 371.10g
Protein 3.80g	8%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 104mg	8%
Iron 2mg	10%
Potassium 878mg	19%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.9%

Protein: 0.9%

Carbs: 98.2%