Ginger Syrup

Elevate your beverages and desserts with this aromatic and versatile Ginger Syrup recipe! Made with just three simple ingredients—fresh ginger root, granulated sugar, and water—this homemade syrup is the perfect blend of spicy warmth and sweetness. In just 30 minutes, you'll create a golden, flavor-packed elixir that's ideal for sweetening tea, crafting zesty cocktails, drizzling over pancakes, or even infusing sparkling water for a refreshing ginger soda. The preparation is straightforward, featuring the infusion of fresh ginger's natural oils through gentle simmering, resulting in a vibrant syrup brimming with bold, zingy flavor. This ginger syrup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, ensuring you have a go-to ingredient for spicing up your culinary creations. Perfect for ginger lovers and cocktail enthusiasts alike, this recipe is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 100 grams fresh ginger root
• 200 grams granulated sugar
• 250 milliliters water

Directions

Step 1

Peel the fresh ginger root with a spoon or vegetable peeler, then slice it into thin rounds.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the sliced ginger, granulated sugar, and water.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir until the sugar dissolves completely.

Step 4

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes to infuse the syrup with ginger flavor.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the syrup to cool for about 15 minutes.

Step 6

Strain the ginger syrup through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a bowl or jar, pressing on the ginger to extract all the liquid.

Step 7

Transfer the syrup to a clean, airtight container or bottle and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Step 8

Use the ginger syrup to sweeten tea, create flavorful cocktails, drizzle over desserts, or as a base for homemade sodas.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	553.6 grams (553.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	842

Total Fat 0.80g	1%
Saturated Fat 0.20g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 21mg	1%
Total Carbohydrate 218.00g	79%
Dietary Fiber 2.00g	7%
Total Sugars 201.70g
Protein 1.80g	4%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 31mg	2%
Iron 1mg	3%
Potassium 415mg	9%

*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: 0.8%

Protein: 0.8%

Carbs: 98.4%