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Homemade Ginger Syrup, Ginger Candy and Ginger Ale

January 20, 2012 by Audra 24 Comments

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People always ask me where I come up with the recipes that I post on the blog. I wish that I had an elaborate system and that I scheduled all my choices days in advance. Unfortunately, my method is much more random. For example, the other day I had a cup of lemon tea with some Ginger Syrup in it, and I instantly became fixated on creating it at home. “How hard can it be?” I thought as I inhaled that cup of tea.

Turns out- I was right! Making Ginger Syrup is not only extremely easy, but the possibilities for using it are endless. Have you ever had a Homemade Ginger Ale with strong gingery taste and a tart lime wedge? Or did you know that when you make Ginger Syrup you actually are making Candied Ginger in the process? And don’t even get me started on how many different cocktails you could make with this. I’m thinking this syrup with some bourbon and a splash of soda would be amazing don’t you?

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It’s freezing today in NYC, and I can’t wait to have another cup of lemon tea with some of this deliciousness mixed in. Have a great weekend!

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Homemade Ginger Syrup, Ginger Candy and Ginger Ale
 
Ingredients
  • 1 cup of peeled fresh ginger, cut into thin slices
  • 2 cups of water
  • 2 cups of sugar plus ¼ cup extra for candy
Instructions
  1. Combine water and sugar in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir until sugar is mostly dissolved. Add ginger and stir to make sure all of it is well-coated. Reduce head to medium low and let mixture simmer for and hour, stirring occasionally. (If you cut your ginger into larger chunks you may need more time- you will know when it's done because the ginger will be soft.)
  2. On a baking sheet- sprinkle the remaining ¼ cup of sugar. Remove ginger from syrup with a slotted spoon and shake of all excess liquid. Toss the ginger pieces in the sugar until well coated. Let dry on a for a few hours or overnight until hardened.
  3. Let syrup cool, put into a container and enjoy! Or make a ginger ale right away by mixing 2-3 tablespoons of syrup with a pint glass full of seltzer water. Yum!
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Recipe adapted from: Brooklyn Farm House

Filed Under: Candy, Drink, Recipes Tagged With: Ginger

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  1. Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar says

    January 20, 2012 at 1:07 pm

    Yum! The possibilites with this are endless! Love it!

    Reply
  2. Thelittleloaf says

    January 20, 2012 at 2:22 pm

    Gorgeous – I love making things that can be put to multiple (delicious) uses. Ginger is perfect at this time of year – fresh enough to feel healthy but still rich and comforting.

    Reply
  3. Anaritam3 says

    January 20, 2012 at 2:54 pm

    I will for sure do this…It’s so easy as you said …
    And i bet that lemon tea and the ginger syrup is also good for cold’s.

    Kisses,
    Rita

    Reply
  4. bakeyourday says

    January 20, 2012 at 11:44 pm

    I LOVE making these kinds of things at home. I bet this would be perfect for tea!

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  5. Jen @ pretty plate says

    January 21, 2012 at 7:58 pm

    My mom would love this. She loves anything with ginger. Great gift idea.
    LOVE your site, can’t wait to check out more of your recipes!

    : ))
    Jen

    Reply
  6. Monetm1218 says

    January 22, 2012 at 12:31 am

    Adorable. Both you and your blog. I’m glad I found you. We both share the same love of sweet treats and homemade goods. I hope you are doing well!

    Reply
  7. Nicole says

    January 22, 2012 at 1:51 am

    I’ve never tried ginger syrup, but I do like the flavor of ginger. I’m sure I’d like it!

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  8. Audra says

    January 22, 2012 at 1:03 pm

    Thank you so much! I really appreciate you stopping by!

    Reply
  9. Audra says

    January 22, 2012 at 1:03 pm

    Thanks Jen! Yes great idea- this would be a lovely gift!

    Reply
  10. Sandie says

    January 22, 2012 at 5:59 pm

    I made some ginger syrup this past October and made a cocktail with Grey Goose Pear vodka and a splash of hard pear cider. Float a few fresh cranberries on top. YUMMY!

    Reply
  11. theharriedcook says

    January 23, 2012 at 2:07 am

    This would make such an awesome gift! I love the recipe, the pictures and that gorgeous bottle! :) Been away from blogging for a while, and so glad to come back this :) Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  12. Audra says

    January 23, 2012 at 5:51 am

    Thanks so much! Welcome back to blogland :)

    Reply
  13. Lori S. says

    January 25, 2012 at 5:26 am

    hi Audra! First time posting a comment but I’ve been a big fan every since I stumbled upon your page a few months ago. I’ve never had ginger syrup but I think I will definitely attempt to try this recipe out! Keep up the awesome blogs :)

    Reply
  14. Audra says

    January 25, 2012 at 5:28 am

    Thanks so much Lori! I really appreciate you taking the time to read and comment :)

    Reply
  15. Bernadettemoore138 says

    December 13, 2012 at 7:16 am

    Remember that ginger is good for an upset stomach ,so you can use the syrup strait or in seltzer water.very yummy

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  16. y says

    February 2, 2013 at 10:25 pm

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  17. Ginger says

    February 10, 2013 at 2:17 am

    I have been looking for a recipe for Ginger syrup. There is a little place in Santa Ana, CA that makes Ginger Lemonade. It is the best lemonade ever. I am going to try to make it again using your recipe. Thanks

    Reply
  18. Terri says

    May 3, 2013 at 11:38 am

    Very excited to find this recipe! I love anything that is ginger. It will be perfect for my new favorite cocktail: gin, grapefruit juice, and ginger ale. Store bought ginger ale is never gingery enough!

    Also, I am highly addicted the Ginger People ginger chews and would love a recipe if you or any of your readers have one! The only one I’ve tried turned out good but were a hard candy and not chewy!

    I just discovered your blog today and have several recipes lined up to try. thank you!

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  19. Grace Filkins says

    May 8, 2013 at 4:01 pm

    Have you ever tried to can your syrup? I am asking because I have a lot of ginger and would like to preserve it.

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    • Audra says

      May 9, 2013 at 7:19 am

      Hey Grace- I actually haven’t- but from what I know about canning I can’t imagine why it wouldn’t work!

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  20. Nicola says

    July 28, 2013 at 10:40 am

    I’m in the process of making this as we speak, and it smells great! Thanks for the lovely recipe :)

    Reply
    • Audra says

      August 1, 2013 at 7:57 am

      Thanks Nicola! I hope you enjoyed it as much as I did! :)

      Reply
  21. Annette says

    August 25, 2017 at 9:39 am

    Moscow Mules are our favorite cocktail of the moment and I can’t wait to try this recipe in our next batch. I’m sure it will be a hit!

    Reply
  22. Norma says

    February 15, 2019 at 11:13 am

    Enjoyed this site and I will use regularly was looking for ginger hard candy and found much more

    Reply

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