Ginger Beer (A Refreshing West African Drink)

Step 1

Peel the ginger root and pound the root to a pulp.

Step 2

Place in a glass mixing bowl or stainless steel container

Step 3

Bring 6 cups of water to a boil

Step 4

Pour the water over the ginger root and let sit covered in a warm place for one hour

Step 5

Using a cheese cloth and pour the mixture into a large bowl.

Step 6

Squeeze the cheese cloth to extract all the liquid from the ginger root.

Step 7

Add in the citrus juice you are using, the sugar and spices.

Step 8

Mix well and let sit for one more hour.

Step 9

Strain the mixture once more add in enough water to make 1 gallon

Step 10

Refrigerate until chilled and serve cold over ice.