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A long simmer brings garlic and fresh ginger into this strongly flavored drink. Cayenne supplies heat; lemon and an optional sweetener let you adjust the finish.

Give the garlic, ginger, and cayenne a 30-minute simmer to develop a strong infusion. Straining removes the pieces before lemon and sweetener are added.

The finished liquid is strained before serving. Sweetener and lemon are added at the end, allowing the final sharpness and sweetness to be adjusted to taste.

Ingredients

• 4 cloves garlic
• Pinch of cayenne pepper
• 4 teaspoons fresh ginger, chopped
• 4–6 cups water
• Maple syrup to taste, or honey, optional
• Squeeze of lemon, to taste

Method

Put the garlic, ginger, cayenne, and water in a pot and bring to the boil. Lower the heat and maintain a gentle simmer for 30 minutes. Pour through a strainer. Finish each serving with lemon and, if wanted, maple syrup or honey. Makes 4 servings.