This isn’t about brewing, but I came across the linked blog w/ a recipe attempting to replicate SF’s Canteen fresh ginger ale. Sounds very similar to what AnneInMpls does above.... (5 replies, last updated by Sam B September 24, 2006)

/2 t kosher salt 1 stick (4 oz) butter 1 c sugar 2 T peeled, grated or very finely chopped fresh ginger 2 T very finely chopped crystallized ginger 2 eggs 1/2 c vegetable oil 1 c molasses (not blackstrap) 1/2 c brewed coffee 2 t baking... (7 replies, last updated by Amuse Bouches November 5, 2005)

Used 8 oz. of fresh ginger to make a small batch of ginger syrup. 1) Most of it was mixed with cold seltzer for homemade ginger ale by the glass. 2) This weekend I took the last of the syrup, added Kern’s Peach Nectar, and... (2 replies, last updated by mcsheridan July 15, 2009)

Atlantic Brewing in Bar Harbor makes a beer with ginger - email them to see what retailers carry it. aleman52@adelphia.net Or you can make some calls to the usual suspects like charles st, downtown, marty’s, bauer, etc to... (16 replies, last updated by 02138Mike May 20, 2008)

, it is possible to actually brew ginger beer. This can have some natural carbonation and, conceivably, an alcoholic content. I’m not aware of any "ginger ale" made in this manner. (14 replies, last updated by lasiciliana April 18, 2007)

I know, because I used to brew it. I’m not divulging any trade secrets by revealing that literally thousands of pounds of sliced ginger root are used per batch. The aroma coming out of the kettle is amazing. —-Guy (35 replies, last updated by Guy December 21, 2002)

's quiche and salad, and took a cappuccino with me. The soup (vegan carrot, orange, ginger) was spicy, savory, complex in flavor. The quiche (spinach and swiss) made us both stop after a bite, look wide-eyed at each other and... (5 replies, last updated by Elyssa February 12, 2009)

's is sweetened with honey and pineapple, giving it more fruit and floral nuances. I’m not one who seeks out every ginger brew under the sun, but I can agree that both of these are worthy of summertime celebration! (2 replies, last updated by bulavinaka March 24, 2007)

've tried Reed’s "Extra Ginger Brew" - it’s wimpy and too sweet for me. I really need to find a place in town that carries Blenheim ginger ale. Anne (14 replies, last updated by MsDiPesto October 14, 2009)

Reed’s ginger ice cream is just amazingly good. It’s made by the same people who make Reed’s ginger brew. I went to the store locator on their website, and found a number of places in Detroit that sell their... (4 replies, last updated by Dumpling October 14, 2002)

considered Reeds? Its jamaican and comes in a couple of strengths (the extra ginger brew is great, but i know some who find it too strong) (13 replies, last updated by mmm789 June 6, 2009)

Are we talkin' about REED’S CANDIED GINGER, by the same ginger-masters that bottle REED’s GINGER BREW?...comes in a red and yellow square tin can (8 oz.?) with rounded edges or, now, in small bags for $1.99 (about 3... (7 replies, last updated by Caitlin McGrath January 21, 2004)

Sorry to confuse this issue, but I think the Reed’s is called "ginger brew." It’s something you can get easily addicted to, especially the extra gingery one. (7 replies, last updated by AnneInMpls July 20, 2006)

Does anyone know of a Kosher for Passover Caffeine Free Ginger Tea? I have been looking in the stores, but have not been able to find it. Thanks. (3 replies, last updated by koshergourmetmart April 17, 2008)

Have you tried Reed’s Ginger Brew—available at Fresh Fields or Trader Joe’s, where it’s $1 a four-pck cheaper...? It’s spicy, Jamaican-style made with fresh ginger and natural sweeteners, like... (9 replies, last updated by Dottie B July 9, 2002)