Enid Blyton and the Famous Five's Lashings of Ginger Beer
Quench your thirst with "Enid Blyton and the Famous Five's Lashings of Ginger Beer," a delightful homemade ginger beer that brings timeless nostalgia to your glass. Perfectly spiced with fresh grated ginger, brightened with zesty lemon juice, and lightly sweetened, this fizzy treat is naturally carbonated using a touch of yeast for an authentic, old-fashioned charm. With a simple simmering process and a short fermentation period, this recipe is easy to prepare and brimming with bold, refreshing flavors. Serve it chilled over ice and finish with a sprig of fresh mint for a vibrant and fragrant garnish. Ideal for summer picnics, family gatherings, or a cozy literary-inspired moment at home, this ginger beer is sure to transport you to the adventurous world of the Famous Five with every effervescent sip.
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Ingredients
- 100 grams Fresh ginger root, grated
- 200 grams Sugar
- 3 Fresh lemons, juiced
- 2 liters Water
- 1 teaspoon Active dry yeast
- 1 liter Cold water
- 10 leaves Mint leaves (for garnish, optional)
Directions
Step 1
1. Start by grating the fresh ginger root. Place the grated ginger into a large saucepan.
Step 2
2. Add the sugar and the 2 liters of water to the saucepan. Stir well.
Step 3
3. Heat the mixture on medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely. Once dissolved, bring the mixture to a gentle boil and simmer for 10 minutes to infuse the ginger flavor.
Step 4
4. Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the mixture to cool to room temperature. This may take around 30-40 minutes.
Step 5
5. Once cooled, strain the ginger mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a large bowl or pitcher to remove the ginger pulp.
Step 6
6. Add the fresh lemon juice to the ginger syrup and mix well.
Step 7
7. In a small bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in about 50ml of the strained ginger syrup. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it turns foamy.
Step 8
8. Pour the foamy yeast mixture into the ginger syrup and stir gently to combine.
Step 9
9. Transfer the mixture into clean, sterilized bottles with tight-fitting caps, ensuring you leave about 2 inches of space at the top of each bottle to allow for carbonation.
Step 10
10. Store the bottles in a cool, dark place for 24-48 hours. The longer the fermentation time, the fizzier the ginger beer will become.
Step 11
11. After fermentation, transfer the bottles to the refrigerator to stop the fermentation process.
Step 12
12. When ready to serve, pour the ginger beer into glasses over ice. Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (3637.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 960.0 |
| Total Fat 2.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 119.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 239.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 208.8g | |
| Protein 4.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 212.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 814.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories