How to make a Strong(er) Ginger Beer (7 - 8%)

How to make a strong ginger beer with fresh root ginger and dry malt extract.
This time the ginger level is perfect for what I'm after; enough to give a comforting, warming sensation rather than a burn, but definitely there as a flavour rather than just a hint. Also, this time, the carbonation in the bottle is bang on the money. I used Coopers carbonation drops for ease, but there is no reason not to use house hold sugar.
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[beteljuice01]

I know this am sound silly but this is the alcoholic version of ginger beer?

[BrewTubeUK]

@beteljuice01 Oh yes, this is an alcoholic version

[identityisrelative]

A small amount of honey malt would add some honey flavor, if that is something you desire in your ginger beer. A simple grain tea can be prepared just prior to the boil. That is probably what I'll end up doing when I make this recipe. Cheers!

[BrewTubeUK]

@identityisrelative Hope it works well for you.

[kyral210]

1:34 dirty pan!

[BrewTubeUK]

@kyral210 I prefer the term "seasoned" :-D

[BrewTubeUK]

@motormusic1 Yes liquid malt extract is fine; go for medium or dark and use a brewshop, they usually all do mail order.  Brew2bottle.co.uk is run by Phil in Northwich, he's a good chap

[motormusic1]

Ah another Ginger Beer.. thanks for the comments on the other video. Can i ask if you can use liquid malt rather than powdered malt? I'm still feeling quite daunted by it all but i'm determined to get there.. would you recommend ebay for most of the supplies?

[BrewTubeUK]

@mleemur Although much of the CO2 will be produced in the 2 weeks in the warm, I've often found that it needs a little more time in the cold for more of the gas to absorb into the beer. You may not end up with a fizz comparable to a soda but I would leave it in the cool for a few weeks at least.