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 looking for a refreshing and invigorating beverage to quench your thirst, look no further than this Homemade Ginger Beer recipe! Bursting with the zesty flavor of fresh ginger and the tanginess of lemon, this drink is sure to brighten up your day. Not only is it a delightful treat, but it's also incredibly easy to make, taking only about 15 minutes of your time, plus a little patience while it ferments. Perfect for those warm afternoons or as a bubbly companion at your next gathering, this ginger beer is a fantastic alternative to store-bought sodas.

This recipe checks all the boxes for those seeking a health-conscious option. It's vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it suitable for a wide range of diets. Moreover, it's low in FODMAPs, allowing anyone with sensitive digestion to enjoy this fizzy delight without worry. The ingredients are simple and can often be found in your pantry, making this a convenient choice for spontaneous mixers. Gather your friends and prepare to impress them with your homemade concoction that not only tastes great but brings the uplifting kick of ginger to the table. So, roll up your sleeves and let’s get brewing your very own batch of ginger beer!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon active 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%
Fiber:0.64g
2.54%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
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%
Phosphorus:11.33mg
1.13%
Iron:0.2mg
1.13%
Zinc:0.17mg
1.11%
Source:Epicurious