Jamaican Ginger Beer

• Vegan
• Gluten free

• Produce

  • 2 1/2 lbs Ginger, fresh

• Condiments

  • 1 cup Lime juice, freshly squeezed

• Baking & Spices

  • 2 1/2 cups Sugar

• Liquids

  • 4 cups Water

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Description

Ingredients

• 2 1⁄2 pounds fresh ginger, roughly peeled
• 4 cups water, divided
• 1 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (from 8 to 10 limes)
• 2 1⁄2 to 3 cups sugar

Directions

• In a blender or food processor, liquefy the ginger and 2 cups of the water for 3 minutes, then strain the juice into a large bowl or pitcher.
• Transfer the ginger pulp back to the blender or processor, add another cup of the water, and liquefy again.
• Strain again, adding the liquid to the first batch. Again transfer the pulp along with another cup of water, liquefy again, and add to the liquid.
• Press on the solids as much as possible to squeeze out as much of the juice as you can.
• Once the ginger has given up all that it’s got, discard the mashed solids. Add the lime juice and 2 1⁄2 cups of the sugar. Mix well and taste. Add more sugar, a few tablespoons or so at a time, until it reaches your preferred sweetness. Drink immediately or chill.
• Refrigerate up to 3 weeks. Shake before serving.