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This homemade ginger syrup is easy to make with just four simple ingredients. It’s a great ginger-flavored simple syrup to have on hand when co*cktail making! Check out the awesome co*cktails you can use this ingredient in!
You guys are going to love these ginger co*cktail recipes and homemade ginger syrup! It’s incredibly easy to make the syrup and extremely versatile when it comes to mixing hand-crafted ginger co*cktails.
It also makes an awesome gift to give to friends and we’ve provided a printable download to use as tags or sticker labels. Now you ask, what can I do with this delicious ginger syrup?
Well, you’re in luck because we spent a boozy day in the Sugar and Charm test kitchen (ha!) and created two refreshing hand-crafted co*cktail recipes, Ginger Tonic and a Dark & Stormy, as well as a delicious homemade Ginger Ale! And it was worth every single taste test!
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How to make ginger syrup – step by step
Peel and chop the ginger. Place all of the ingredients into a medium saucepan and bring to a boil for 5 minutes, then reduce to a simmer on low heat for 1 hour.
Strain the syrup (discard the ginger) into a bowl with a spout. Add in 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice.
Using a funnel, pour the syrup into medium-sized glass jars. Tie or stick a label on it (scroll below for labels!) and enjoy it!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ginger syrup?
This co*cktail ingredient is essentially an infused simple syrup that is made with fresh ginger. Syrups are a great way to get a hit of flavor into co*cktails without diluting them.
co*cktails with ginger syrup
Scroll up and down this page, and you will find three delicious recipes you can make with this simple ingredient.
A classic dark and stormy is probably my favorite! Ginger goes so well with a variety of spirits, rum, bourbon, vodka, gin to name a few, and it works wonderfully with anything apple, cucumber or mint-flavored.
How long does flavored simple syrup last?
Store simple syrup in a sterilized bottle in the fridge, and it will last for around six months. This long shelf life means that it is a perfect gift for your co*cktail making friends!
Top tips for making homemade ginger syrup
- Let the syrup simmer for at least an hour to get a strong flavor.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 6 months.
- Sterilize the glass jar you are using with boiling water.
- The recipe makes 2 cups of syrup and it is easily doubled.
Be sure to check out these other delicious co*cktail recipes!
Apple Crisp co*cktail Recipe
Benedictine co*cktail
Pineapple Garden co*cktail
Pineapple Ginger Moscow Mule
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Homemade Ginger Syrup Recipe
A delicious syrup you can use in all your co*cktails!
3.57 from 16 votes
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Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour hour
Total Time: 1 hour hour 10 minutes minutes
Servings: 2 cups (approx)
Calories: 832kcal
Author: Eden
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
- 2 cups sugar
- 4 cups water
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
Peel and chop the ginger. Place all of the ingredients into a medium sauce pan and bring to a boil for 5 minutes, then reduce to a simmer on low heat for 1 hour.
Strain the syrup (discard the ginger) into a bowl with a spout. Add in 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice.
Using a funnel, pour syrup into medium sized glass jars. Tie or stick a label on it and enjoy!
Notes
Nutritional values are based on one cup of syrup.
Nutrition
Calories: 832kcal | Carbohydrates: 212g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0g | Saturated Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 36mg | Potassium: 298mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 200g | Vitamin C: 4.5mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 0.5mg
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