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A jar of fresh chopped ginger in water with sugar, called a ginger bug for making gingerale or fermented drinks.

Ginger Bug Recipe

Plant-based
Gluten-free

Homemade ginger bug is a natural starter culture used to make fizzy ginger ale, root beer, and other probiotic-rich drinks. Made with grated ginger, sugar, and water, this fermenting agent creates effervescence and adds beneficial bacteria, resulting in delicious and healthful homemade beverages.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cup filtered warm water
  • 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh organic ginger
  • 2 teaspoons organic white or unrefined sugar
  • extra ginger and sugar to feed the bug
Prep time:
5 mins
Cook time:
Total time:
5 mins
Serves:
Ingredients
  • 1 1/4 cup filtered warm water
  • 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh organic ginger
  • 2 teaspoons organic white or unrefined sugar
  • extra ginger and sugar to feed the bug
Prep time:
5 mins
Cook time
Total time:
5 mins
Serves:

Instructions

  1. In a sterilized 500 ml mason jar with lid add all the ingredients.
  2. Shake well until all the sugar is dissolved.
  3. Place in a warm spot 72- 80 degrees F) for 24 hours.
  4. the next day feed it by adding another two teaspoons each of the chopped ginger and sugar.
  5. Repeat this step for the next 3-5 days.
  6. It is ready to use when you see bubbles forming.

*do not use chlorine water or softened water as it will kill the fermentation process.

*always use very clean utensils to prevent contamination.

*not sure what to use the ginger bug for? Check out this blog for ideas!

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