Step 1

Clean the ginger root thoroughly. Peel ginger for cleaner taste and safety if non-organic; keep unpeeled for full flavor and nutrients with organic, well-washed ginger roots. Slice it thinly or mince it.

Step 2

TIP: The thinner the slices or the more crushed the ginger is, the more pungent the flavor of the water will be. Adjust the amount and the way you cut the ginger according to your taste preferences and the intensity you desire.

Step 3

Boil the water.

Step 4

Add the water to the ginger. Let it steep for 15 minutes.

Step 5

Once the water reaches a boil, add the ginger slices and then turn down the heat, letting the mixture simmer for about 10-15 minutes. This is shorter than prolonged boiling and should be sufficient to extract a good amount of the compounds without excessive heat degradation. This method strikes a balance between extracting a robust flavor and ensuring a good concentration of ginger’s beneficial compounds.

Step 6

Let it cool. Your ginger water is ready!