Ginger Beer

Ingredients

1. 4 cups water
2. 2/3 cup finely chopped fresh ginger
3. 3/4 ounce fresh lime juice
4. 5 tablespoons light brown sugar

1. In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Remove from the heat and add the ginger, lime juice and brown sugar. Let steep for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Pour the syrup through a fine strainer, pressing on the solids. Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.