Honey Ginger Ale

Submitted by salvador1709

"Ginger adds a delicious and spicy kick to this soda, and the honey contributes a sweet taste that is richer than refined sugar."

 

• Ready In: 48hrs 40mins
• Ingredients: 5
• Yields: 1 gallons

ingredients

• 1 gallon water
• 1 cup honey
• 2 lemons
• 2 pieces ginger, thumb-sized
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ale or 1/2 teaspoon champagne yeast

directions

1. Combine water, honey and hops in a stockpot. Add the juice from the two lemons and bring to a boil. Grate ginger and add to the pot. Simmer for 30 minutes. Allow to cool and then add the yeast. Let the soda stand at room temperature for 24 hours, then use a funnel and strainer to pour the soda into bottles. Leave 1 to 2 inches of.
2. empty space at the top of the bottle and attach the bottle caps. Write the date on the bottles and store them in a warm, draftfree place, ideally at room temperature, for an additional 24 hours. Then refrigerate. For best results, leave the bottles in the refrigerator an additional day or two before drinking. Makes 1 gallon.