Ginger Ale

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 2 cups sugar
• 1 cup fresh ginger (grated)
• 2 liters club soda

Directions

1. 1

   Grate the ginger. You want to end up with a cup of grated ginger. More or less as to your taste.

2. 2

   Make a simple syrup with the ginger. In a pan on add the water, sugar, and ginger. Put on medium. Stir well to mix.

3. 3

   Bring to a boil.

4. 4

   Lower heat to a simmer. Let simmer for 10 - 20 minutes, or until syrupy.

5. 5

   Let cool to room temperature 2 - 3 hours. (optional, but adds more flavor).

6. 6

   Strain in a fine mesh strainer.

7. 7

   Keep in frig.

8. 8

   Add 1/4 cup syrup to 1 cup club soda, or mix full batch with 2 liters. I mix syrup and soda for each glass served.

9. 9

   Mix and serve with ice.