Homemade Ginger Beer

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Homemade Ginger Beer
15 min.
4
217kcal

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If you’re craving a refreshing, zesty drink that’s both homemade and full of flavor, this Homemade Ginger Beer is the perfect treat! Packed with the bold and aromatic taste of ginger, this fizzy beverage is not only a delicious side dish but also a versatile addition to your meals. The best part? It’s completely vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it a great option for almost any dietary preference or restriction. Plus, with a low FODMAP-friendly recipe, it’s ideal for those who are mindful of digestive health.

Making your own ginger beer at home is simpler than you might think, requiring just a few basic ingredients and some patience while the yeast works its magic. This homemade version is rich with the natural spiciness of fresh ginger, balanced perfectly with a tangy kick of lemon juice. The added sugar helps to sweeten the brew, while the fermentation process creates that signature fizzy sensation that makes ginger beer so irresistible.

Perfect for sipping on a warm day or enjoying alongside a meal, this ginger beer is guaranteed to impress your taste buds. Whether you’re serving it at a gathering or keeping it for yourself, it’s a fun and refreshing way to enjoy one of the world’s oldest and most beloved drinks, with a homemade twist that makes it extra special.

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon yeast dry
  • 0.3 pound ginger peeled
  • 1.5 tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • cup sugar 
  • quarts water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sieve
  • funnel
  • microplane

Directions

  1. Grate enough ginger using Microplane to measure 3 1/2 tablespoons, then put in a fine-mesh sieve set over a bowl to collect juice, pressing on solids and then discarding.
  2. Place funnel in neck of bottle and pour in 3 tablespoons ginger juice (reserve any remaining for another use).
  3. Add sugar, lemon juice, yeast, and a pinch of salt.
  4. Fill bottle with water, leaving about 1 1/2 inches of space at top.
  5. Remove funnel and screw cap on tightly. Gently shake bottle to dissolve sugar.
  6. Let stand at room temperature until plastic feels hard and no longer indents when squeezed, 24 to 36 hours.
  7. Chill ginger beer until very cold.
  8. Ginger beer keeps, chilled, 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Calories217kcal
Protein1.08%
Fat1.59%
Carbs97.33%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.27
Glycemic Load
35.58
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
1.8660869718246%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.27mg
Hesperetin
0.81mg
Naringenin
0.08mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:217.05kcal
10.85%
Fat:0.4g
0.62%
Saturated Fat:0.06g
0.39%
Carbohydrates:55.31g
18.44%
Net Carbohydrates:54.67g
19.88%
Sugar:50.52g
56.14%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:28mg
1.22%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.61g
1.23%
Copper:0.14mg
7.25%
Vitamin C:3.59mg
4.36%
Magnesium:17.36mg
4.34%
Potassium:126.3mg
3.61%
Manganese:0.07mg
3.41%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.54%
Fiber:0.64g
2.54%
Folate:8.79µg
2.2%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.99%
Calcium:19.63mg
1.96%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.63%
Vitamin B3:0.3mg
1.48%
Iron:0.2mg
1.13%
Phosphorus:11.33mg
1.13%
Zinc:0.17mg
1.11%
Source:Epicurious