Ginger Beer

250g fresh root ginger

4 litres water

Sugar to taste

cloves

1 tsp.  lime or lemon juice (optional)

1. Grate the ginger
2. Add to water with the cloves and juice and stir well.   
3. Allow to steep for a short period.
4. For longevity, you can boil this mixture for 30 minutes, then allow to cool.   The ginger beer can then  be stored for a longer period of time.
5. Strain and discard the bits.
6. Sweeten the ginger beer to taste.
7. Serve cold.   (It can be taken hot as ginger tea)