Homemade Ginger Ale

Instructions

Make the ginger syrup

In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the ginger, brown sugar, and water, and bring to a boil, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.

Remove the pan from the heat and let the ginger steep in the syrup until cooled to room temperature, 30 to 45 minutes.

Strain the syrup through a

Make the ginger ale

Fill 4 pint glasses two-thirds full of ice. Into each glass pour 3 to 4 tablespoons of the syrup, 1 cup of the club soda, 1 tablespoon of the lime juice, and 1 teaspoon of the lemon juice, and stir to combine. TESTER TIP: This ginger syrup packs a punch! If you're sensitive to ginger, or prefer your ginger ale a little less spicy, start with just 3 tablespoons syrup per drink.

Garnish each with a lime wedge and serve immediately.

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