Ginger Beer Ii Africa

Experience a bold burst of flavor with "Ginger Beer II Africa," a refreshing and aromatic homemade beverage that captures the vibrant essence of traditional African-inspired drinks. This recipe combines the zesty heat of freshly grated ginger root with warming spices like ground cloves and a cinnamon stick, simmered to perfection for an irresistibly robust flavor. Sweetened with granulated sugar and brightened by the tang of fresh lemon juice, this versatile drink can be enjoyed as a concentrate or naturally carbonated for a fizzy twist using optional dry yeast. Perfect for cooling down on a hot day or impressing guests with a unique, DIY soda alternative, this ginger beer is simple to make and serves up to 8 people. Whether you serve it chilled over ice or customize the strength to suit your taste, "Ginger Beer II Africa" is a deliciously spiced, crowd-pleasing beverage that embodies the spirit of homemade craft drinks.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 200 grams Fresh ginger root
• 200 grams Granulated sugar
• 100 ml Fresh lemon juice
• 2 liters Water
• 1 teaspoon Ground cloves
• 1 Whole cinnamon stick
• 1 teaspoon Cream of tartar (optional for fermentation)
• 1 teaspoon Dry yeast (optional for carbonation)
• 1 liter Cold water

Directions

Step 1

Peel the ginger and grate it finely using a box grater or food processor to extract its full flavor.

Step 2

In a large pot, combine the grated ginger, 2 liters of water, sugar, ground cloves, and the cinnamon stick.

Step 3

Place the pot over medium heat, bring the mixture to a gentle boil, and simmer for about 30 minutes to extract the flavors.

Step 4

Remove the pot from the heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly. Strain the liquid through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a large bowl or jar to remove the ginger and spices.

Step 5

Stir in the fresh lemon juice and cream of tartar (if using). If you prefer a naturally carbonated ginger beer, dissolve the dry yeast in 2 tablespoons of warm water and add it to the mixture at this stage.

Step 6

Transfer the strained liquid into clean, sterilized bottles, leaving some space at the top for carbonation if using yeast. Seal the bottles tightly.

Step 7

If using yeast, allow the bottles to sit at room temperature for 24–48 hours to develop carbonation. Check periodically to ensure the pressure does not build up excessively; release some gas if necessary.

Step 8

Once carbonation is achieved, transfer the bottles to the refrigerator to chill and stop further fermentation.

Step 9

Before serving, dilute the ginger beer concentrate with cold water to your desired strength (approximately 1 liter of cold water for a milder flavor). Serve chilled over ice and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3539.5 grams (3539.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	975

Total Fat 2.30g	3%
Saturated Fat 0.50g	3%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 133mg	6%
Total Carbohydrate 249.60g	91%
Dietary Fiber 7.00g	25%
Total Sugars 206.00g
Protein 5.30g	11%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 241mg	19%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 1490mg	32%

*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: 2.0%

Protein: 2.0%

Carbs: 96.0%