Step 2: Bring to a Simmer In a medium-sized, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the 2 cups of water, 2 cups of sugar, and your fresh ginger slices. Place the pan over medium-high heat and stir continuously until the sugar crystals are completely dissolved. Step 3: The Slow Reduction Once the mixture reaches a rolling boil, immediately…

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2. Juice and Press 🍋 Squeeze the juice of half a fresh lemon directly into your mug. Grate about an inch of fresh ginger root and press it through a small mesh strainer to yield a tablespoon of pure ginger juice (or simply let the grated pieces steep directly in the mug!). 3. Balance and…

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