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• Steps
• Method 1 of 2: How to Make a Ginger Ale Substitute
• Method 2 of 2: How to whip up a ginger ale at home
• Tips
• What do you need
• Substitute
• Homemade recipe
• Additional articles

Bar Ginger Ale has a terrific aroma when brewed correctly, but falls into its own category. Some people prefer whiskey mixed with non-alcoholic "ginger", but for most it is just a substitute in cases where real ginger ale is not available. If you want an imitation as close as possible, try making a homemade ginger syrup recipe.

Steps

Method 1 of 2: How to Make a Ginger Ale Substitute

1. 1 Use this method to quickly mix ingredients. For lack of ginger ale, some bartenders use a substitute for ginger ale. Such a drink by itself is not intended to surprise or intoxicate anyone.
   • Do not assume that the customer agrees to the replacement by default. Let the guest know that you will need to use soda, after which they can change their order.
2. 2 Start by filling a glass with ice. As usual, mix the ingredients in a glass with ice to keep the drink chilled.
3. 3 Pour in a few drops of the tincture. This will add a spicy flavor and aroma that can replace the pungency of ginger. You can also use Angostura if you have the drink on hand.
   • The tinctures contain alcohol. Skip this step if you are preparing a drink for children or non-drinkers.
4. 4 Add a few drops of sour syrup. Most ready-made sour syrups taste terrible. Make your own syrup for best results:
   • Make a simple syrup by mixing equal amounts of water and sugar. Heat and stir until all the sugar is dissolved, then let the syrup cool.
   • To make sour syrup, combine two parts regular sugar syrup and three parts lemon or lime juice.
5. 5 Fill a glass with lemon lime soda. At least ¾ of "ginger ale" should be Sprite, 7-Up, or other lemon-lime soda. You can also make it the main part of your drink using just a few drops of the rest of the ingredients.
6. 6 Fill the rest of the glass with cola. The main purpose of this step is to give the clear baking soda a golden color.
7. 7 Add it to your drink. Taste your fake ginger ale by mixing it with whiskey or using it in cocktails like the Moscow Mule. Bartenders usually add the same amount as with real ale.

Method 2 of 2: How to whip up a ginger ale at home

1. 1 Try this recipe for an authentic ginger flavor. Prefer this recipe if you are looking for the real taste of ginger. Cooking at home allows you to adjust the concentration to your liking.
2. 2 Start with ginger syrup. Pour 2 tablespoons (30 ml) into a 300 ml glass. You can find the right ingredient at health food stores, grocery stores, or online. To keep the taste fresh, make your own drink:
   • Heat 1 cup (240 ml) water and 1 ¼ cup (240 grams) sugar, stirring the mixture, until the sugar is completely dissolved.
   • Add ½ cup (120 ml) raw ginger, grated or thinly sliced.
   • Simmer for 15 minutes.
   • Let the liquid cool, then add 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of lemon juice.
3. 3 Fill a glass with mineral water or soda. Plain mineral sparkling water works best. You can use lemon-lime soda, cream, or other sodas. Soda will add sweetness, which can overpower the flavor of the ginger.
4. 4 Pour in a few drops of the tincture (optional). This alcoholic ingredient will add a complex bouquet of aromatic herbs. Try it if you already have the tincture on hand, but you shouldn't buy it if you don't practice making cocktails regularly at home.
5. 5 Stir and serve. Stir until all the ginger syrup is completely dissolved. Add ice or drink it right away.

Tips

• Ginger ale is sweet sparkling water with a slight hint of ginger flavor. Try making a ginger beer if you like the taste of ginger.

What do you need

Substitute

• Lemon Lime Soda
• Cola
• Tincture
• Sour syrup
• Cup
• Ice

Homemade recipe

• Ginger syrup
• Sparkling water or colorless soda
• Tincture
• Cup

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