Ginger simple syrup is easy to make, takes no more than a few minutes, stores well, and leaves you with plenty of ginger syrup for all your cocktail and cooking needs.
Ingredients
¼ cup water
¼ cup sugar
2-inch knob fresh ginger | roughly chopped into small mince sized pieces
A pinch of salt
Instructions
Step 1
Combine the water, sugar, ginger, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 1-2 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and cool completely.
Step 2
Pour the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve. Press on the ginger to try and extract as much of the flavor as possible. You can store your syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 month. Enjoy.
Inspiration for different ways to use your syrup
To make lemon ginger tea – add 1-2 tablespoons to a mug of hot water, with some slices of lemon
Add to lemonade or soda water for a gingery boost
Use to flavor homemade kombucha
Use as a glaze
Use in cocktails, like this carrot margarita
Carrot Margaritas
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