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Ginger Juice

The Quirky Foodster Team

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Ingredients

  • 150 g (5 oz) fresh ginger, peeled
  • 1.5 litres (6 cups) water
  • 150 g (3/4 cup) granulated sugar
  • 30 ml (2 tbsp) lime juice
  • 5g (small handful) fresh mint leaves (optional)

Method

  1. Roughly chop the ginger and blend with 500 ml (2 cups) of the water until finely pureed.
  2. Strain the mixture through a fine sieve into a pitcher, pressing to extract all the liquid.
  3. Stir in the sugar until dissolved.
  4. Add the remaining water and lime juice, stirring well.
  5. Chill for at least 1 hour, adding mint leaves if using.
  6. Serve cold over ice.

Introduction: A punchy, refreshing ginger drink enjoyed throughout Guinea, especially during hot afternoons and festive gatherings, valued both for its bold flavour and its traditional reputation for aiding digestion.

Cultural Background: A punchy, refreshing ginger drink enjoyed throughout Guinea, especially during hot afternoons and festive gatherings, valued both for its bold flavour and its traditional reputation for aiding digestion.

Tips: Adjust the ginger quantity to taste; more ginger gives a spicier, stronger drink. Taste and adjust sugar and lime after chilling, as flavours mellow slightly.

Variations: Add a splash of pineapple juice for a fruitier version. Infuse with a few cloves for extra warmth.

Storage: Refrigerate in a sealed pitcher for up to 5 days.

Reheating: Not applicable; served cold.

Nutrition: Calories: 90 kcal | Protein: 0 g | Carbs: 23 g | Fat: 0 g | Fibre: 0 g

FAQs:

Q: Is this drink very spicy?

A: It has a pleasant warming kick from the ginger, but the sugar and water balance keep it refreshing rather than fiery.

Q: Can I reduce the sugar?

A: Yes, adjust the sugar to taste; the drink will simply be more sharply gingery.

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