Ginger Syrup aka Magical Elixir

It's that time again. The "soup sounds awesome for every meal because it's so warm and soothing and outside is chilly" time. The "flannels on the bed" time. The "bye bye tank tops, I'll see you in April" time. And yes, the "I want gingery things all the time in every way possible" time. Not that's ever not the time I'm in.

seltzer+ginger syrup= yum yum yum

Anyway, this syrup is simple (yes, that was a pun. You can laugh or groan as you like) and it's marvelous. Mix it with seltzer and a squeeze of lime for a lovely homemade ginger ale. Stir a spoonful into tea for some extra spice. Combine with bourbon, lemon, and boiling water for a delectable hot toddy. You get the idea. And the best part? All you have to do is chop some ginger and keep an eye on the stove for a little while.

Ingredients

• 4 oz fresh ginger (peel it if you want. You don't have to)
• 2 cups water
• cup sugar (I used sugar in the raw, but feel free to use white sugar if that's your thing)

Procedure

• Chop the ginger nice and small and combine it in a small pot with the water and sugar.
• Bring to a boil and then bring down to a simmer. Let cook for 45 minutes-1 hour
• Carefully strain into a jar or other container that won't, y'know, explode. Let cool and store in your fridge for yumminess!