Sugar-Free Homemade Ginger Beer
Indulge in the refreshing, zesty flavors of **Sugar-Free Homemade Ginger Beer**, a guilt-free twist on the classic beverage! This recipe combines the fiery kick of freshly grated ginger root, the brightness of lemon juice, and the natural sweetness of stevia or monk fruit sweetener for a zero-sugar, low-calorie drink that's as healthy as it is delicious. Simmered to perfection and finished with sparkling water for that satisfying fizz, this ginger beer is the ultimate thirst-quencher. Whether you're sipping it solo over ice or using it as a mixer in your favorite mocktails or cocktails, this easy-to-make, all-natural beverage is a must-try treat. Plus, with only 20 minutes of prep time and make-ahead convenience, it’s the perfect drink for staying hydrated in style.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 150 grams Fresh ginger root
- 0.5 cups Lemon juice
- 0.25 cups Stevia or monk fruit sweetener
- 2 liters Filtered water
- 1 liter Club soda or sparkling water
Instructions
Start by peeling the ginger root using a spoon to scrape off the skin. Then, grate the ginger finely using a microplane or fine grater.
In a large pot, combine the grated ginger and 2 liters of filtered water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and let it gently simmer for about 5 minutes.
Remove the pot from the heat and allow the ginger infusion to cool for 15-20 minutes.
Strain the ginger water through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a large pitcher or bowl to remove the grated ginger pulp.
Stir in the lemon juice and your choice of natural sweetener (Stevia or monk fruit) into the ginger mixture. Adjust the sweetness according to your preference.
Pour the ginger mixture into a bottle or pitcher and refrigerate it until thoroughly chilled, at least 2 hours or overnight for the best flavor.
Just before serving, mix in the club soda or sparkling water. Taste and adjust the sweetness or lemon as necessary.
Serve over ice and enjoy your homemade sugar-free ginger beer. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
146 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.5 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 333 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.3 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.6 g | ||
| Protein | 3.1 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 31 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 746 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
