Name: Homemade Ginger Ale Recipe
Prep time: 60 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 65 min
Ingredients: 2 tbsp Ginger (chopped); 3/4 cup Sugar; 1/2 cup Water; 1 Carbonated Water (or soda soda bottle); 1 tbsp Lemon Juice

Homemade Ginger Ale Recipe

Richa Gupta

UpdatedJuly, 2025

1 hour 5 minutes

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4.67 from 3 votes

Beverages

About Homemade Ginger Ale Recipe

Discover how to craft your own homemade ginger ale with this easy recipe—a perfect way to enjoy a fabulous, naturally refreshing beverage on hot summer days. The bold, zesty flavor of fresh ginger pairs beautifully with a hint of lemon juice, creating a drink that's both invigorating and delicious.

Beyond its irresistible taste, ginger ale offers wonderful health benefits. Ginger is known to help reduce pain and inflammation, making this homemade version not only a thirst-quencher but also a beneficial addition to your wellness routine. Enjoy every sip knowing you're indulging in a drink that's as good for you as it is flavorful!

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Recipe Time & More

Prep1

Cook5

Total1 5

Calories146 kcal

Serves

Served AsBeverages

Recipe TasteSavoury Sour Spicy Sweet Tangy

Ingredients

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Instructions

In a pan, add chopped ginger, sugar and water. Cook the mixture on medium for high flame for 2-3 min till sugar dissolves. Do not over cook the mixture, switch off the flame immediately once sugar dissolves.
Cover the pan and steep for minimum 1 hour. Strain the ginger sugar syrup and store the syrup in bottle.
To prepare the drink, in a serving glass, add ice cubes and add 3-4 tsp of syrup along with lemon juice and soda. Add in few slices of lemon and serve chilled.

Recipe Notes

Additional Tips

For an extra punch of spice, simmer a few slices of fresh jalapeño or black peppercorns with the ginger syrup, then strain before mixing with carbonated water.
If you prefer a less sweet beverage, reduce the sugar in the syrup and compensate with a touch more lemon juice for added brightness and tang.
Chill the ginger syrup thoroughly before combining with carbonated water to preserve maximum fizz and avoid excessive foaming.
Serve over ice with a sprig of fresh mint or a thin slice of lemon or lime for a visually appealing and aromatic garnish.