Ginger Beer

Total Time: 36 hrs 5 mins Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 36 hrs

Ingredients

• 2 gallons water
• 1 cup fresh ginger, grated
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 2 tablespoons dry yeast
• 5 cups sugar
• 1 tablespoon cream of tartar (optional)

Recipe

• 1 bring the water to a boil and add ginger, sugar and cream of tartar, if using.
• 2 allow to cool to body temperature then add the yeast and raisins.
• 3 place in a container with lid and leave undisturbed for 36 hours.
• 4 strain through sieve or cheesecloth and bottle.