Homemade ginger ale

We found this refreshing ginger ale syrup recipe a few years ago on the food blog biggirlssmallkitchen. It’s so easy to make and is great to serve in the warm summer months.

1. Syrup: Place all the ingredients, except soda water and lemon juice, in an AMC 16 cm Gourmet High and heat over a medium temperature. Stir frequently until sugar has dissolved.
2. Bring syrup to the boil and simmer for 15 – 20 minutes until syrup has reduced to approximately 1½ cups. Reduce heat slightly if needed.
3. Remove from heat and use a slotted spoon to remove ginger and thyme sprigs. Discard thyme, keeping ginger for garnish. Allow to cool and store in a sterilised glass jar until needed.
4. Prepare ginger ale by filling glasses with soda water and adding 30 – 45 ml ginger syrup or to taste. Add lemon juice to taste and garnish with reserved ginger slices. Serve with ice.