Ginger Drink

Ingredients

• 200 g fresh ginger
• 2 litres water
• 1 lemon or lime
• 1/2 cup sugar or honey, adjust to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon cloves, optional
• 1/2 teaspoon pineapple essence, optional

How to make it

1. Wash and scrub ginger thoroughly. Peel if the skin is tough.
2. Blend ginger with 1 litre water until finely broken down.
3. Transfer to a pot, add remaining water and cloves, and simmer for 10 minutes.
4. Turn off heat and steep for another 10 minutes.
5. Strain through a fine sieve or clean cloth.
6. Add lemon juice and sweetener to taste. Chill before serving.