You can experiment with your simple syrup using additional spices like clove and cinnamon for a warming taste, lime for an acidic twist, or just keep it simple, syrup! This recipe uses fresh ginger for best flavor and will inspire you to keep a bottle on hand for your next round. Whether you’re mixing up drinks for friendsgiving or making something special for a night at home, this ginger simple syrup is sure to be a favorite add-in.
Making your own ginger simple syrup is an easy way to spice up your drink game. (I suggest these ginger pomegranate lime mocktails to get started.) Using just three ingredients you can elevate your next pour with this zero waste recipe. Try adding ginger simple syrup to cocktails, non alcoholic beverages, baked goods, or turning into ice cubes for a big hit of flavor.
How to make ginger simple syrup
Making your own ginger simple syrup is an easy way to spice up your drink game.
makes: Approx 1 cup | prep time: 5 min | rest time: 1 hour | cook time: 15 min | total time: 20 min
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups water
- 3/4 cup approx fresh ginger, sliced (keep peel on if using organic)
To-Do's
- In a small saucepan, add sugar and water and turn heat to low.
- Stir continuously until sugar has dissolved.
- Add in ginger and turn heat to medium, until just boiling.
- Turn heat to low and let simmer 5 – 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to reduce down by half.
- Remove from heat and let mixture sit for about an hour to infuse. The sugars helps macerate the ginger to tenderize and release flavor.
- Once cool, strain ginger pieces out and pour into a glass jar or bottle.
- Enjoy! This mixture keeps well about 2 weeks in the refrigerator. You can also try freezing into ice cubes to add to drinks.
