Ginger Ale Recipe

Craft your own delicious ginger ale from scratch! This recipe combines the spicy kick of ginger with a touch of sweetness and citrus for a homemade beverage that's far superior to store-bought versions. Perfect for a hot summer day or a festive gathering, this easy-to-follow recipe will impress your friends and family. Learn how to make a ginger ale syrup concentrate that you can enjoy for weeks!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 70 mins

Calories 5.1 kcal

Protein 0g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Ginger Ale

4 cups water
1 cup fresh ginger, roughly chopped
Vanilla Flavoring
Lemon Flavoring
Stevia Powder
6-8 ounces chilled sparkling water, per serving

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How to Make Ginger Ale

Roughly chop 1 cup of fresh ginger.
In a medium saucepan, combine the chopped ginger with 4 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer gently for 10 minutes.
Remove from heat and let the ginger steep in the water for an additional 20 minutes to extract maximum flavor.
Strain the ginger mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a jar, pressing gently on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the ginger solids.
Stir in 1/2 cup of white sugar (or to taste), 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and the juice of 1 lemon. Adjust sweetness as needed.
Let the ginger syrup cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
To serve, add 1/8 to 1/4 cup of ginger syrup to 6-8 ounces of chilled sparkling water. Stir gently and add ice. Garnish with a lemon wedge or a thin ginger slice, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

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0 g

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Fat

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Weeknight Time To Make Course Cuisine Preparation North American Beverages American Vegan Vegetarian Dietary Presentation Served Cold 4 Hours Or Less

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Ginger Ale?

Ginger Ale takes about 90 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 70 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Ginger Ale?

Ginger Ale has approximately 5.1 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Ginger Ale?

The key ingredients for Ginger Ale are Water, Ginger, Vanilla Flavoring, Lemon Flavoring, Stevia Powder, Sparkling Water. See the full list with measurements above.