New Zealand Lemon Ginger Beer

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2

Refreshing New Zealand Lemon Ginger Beer recipe for hot summer days

by The Chefin Beverage

Prep

5 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

72-96 hours

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

180

Sugar

42g

Fat

New Zealand Lemon Ginger Beer is a popular and refreshing non-alcoholic drink that is loved by kiwis all over the world. It is made by fermenting sugar, lemon juice, lemon rind, and dried ginger, which results in a mildly carbonated and tangy beverage. This drink is perfect for hot summer days when you need a cool and healthy pick-me-up. It is easy to make and customize to your taste by adjusting the amount of ginger and sugar. You can also add your favorite herbs and spices to enhance the flavor.

Instructions

1.	In a small bowl, combine warm water, ½ tsp sugar, and dried yeast granules. Stir gently and let it sit for 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
2.	Combine 1 cup sugar, lemon juice, lemon rind, and dried ginger in a large bottle.
3.	Add the yeast mixture to the bottle and top it with cold water. Gently stir until well combined.
4.	Cover the bottle with a towel and let it sit at room temperature for 2-3 days to allow fermentation to occur.
5.	Strain the mixture into glasses and serve with ice, lemon wedges, and fresh mint leaves (optional).

PROS

New Zealand Lemon Ginger Beer is a refreshing and healthy beverage that is perfect for hot summer days.
It has a unique and tangy flavor that is loved by people of all ages.
Plus, it is easy to make and contains only natural ingredients.

CONS

This drink contains sugar, which makes it high in calories.
Also, not everyone likes the taste of ginger, so it may not be appealing to everyone.
Lastly, the fermentation process takes 2-3 days, which requires patience and planning ahead.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

New Zealand Lemon Ginger Beer is a healthy and natural alternative to sodas and other sweetened drinks. Ginger is known to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that boost immunity and aid digestion. Lemon is a good source of vitamin C, which helps fight off infections and improve skin health. This drink can also help relieve nausea and headaches.

	2 tablespoons warm water
	1/2 teaspoon sugar
	1/4 teaspoon dried yeast granules
	1 cup sugar
	2 lemons , juice of
	2 lemons , rind of
	1 -3 teaspoon dried ginger