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Skip the store-bought stuff and make your own ginger ale at home! This easy recipe blends fresh ginger, lemon, and just the right amount of sweetness for a clean, natural soda that’s way better than canned. Plus, you control the spice level!

🍋 Ingredients (Serves 2)

• 1 cup fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Club soda or sparkling water (to top off)
• Ice and lemon slices for serving

🔥 Instructions

Make the Ginger Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine sliced ginger, water, and sugar. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10–15 minutes until fragrant and slightly thickened.

Strain and Cool: Remove from heat and strain out the ginger slices. Let the syrup cool to room temperature, then stir in the lemon juice.

Assemble the Drink: Fill a glass with ice, pour in 2–4 tablespoons of ginger syrup (depending on how strong you want it), and top with chilled club soda.

Garnish and Serve: Stir gently, garnish with lemon slices, and enjoy immediately.

📦 Amazon Must-Haves to Help You Create the Best Homemade Ginger Ale

• 🔪 Stainless Steel Ginger Grater/Slicer — Get ultra-thin slices or a perfect grate every time for max flavor extraction.
• 🍋 Citrus Juicer — Handy tool for squeezing fresh lemon juice without seeds or mess.
• 🍶 Glass Swing-Top Bottles — Perfect for storing your ginger syrup or homemade sodas in style.
• 💧 SodaStream Sparkling Water Maker — Make fresh, fizzy soda water anytime without the plastic bottles.

💡 Helpful Tip: For a fun twist, add a splash of fresh lime juice or muddled mint to your ginger ale for extra zing—or mix with bourbon for a quick Kentucky Mule!