Ginger Pop
This is great on a hot day or anytime 1/2 - 3/4 c. chopped fresh ginger ( adjust amount needed) 1 - 2 tsp. sugar or your favorite sweetener (optional) adjust amount needed 2 c. water 4 - 6 c. club soda Rinse, chop fresh ginger In a saucepan, bring water and sugar to a boil. Mix well to dissolve sugar. Add ginger. Boil for a few minutes. Reduce heat and set simmer for 15 - 30 min, stirring occasionally until it's reduced. Turn off stove, cover pan and let cool for 15 - 45 min. S train cherries and water through a sieve into a measuring cup. Let chill in refrigerator until ready to serve. To serve: put ice in 4 - 6 glasses. Spoon some of the ginger syrup in bottom of glass. Pour club soda over syrup. Stir and enjoy. Serves 4 - 6.