ginger beer
"Ginger beer" originated as a fermented drink and is now widely enjoyed both as a standalone beverage and as a mixer in cocktails.
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Definition
B1General
(common)A non-alcoholic, carbonated drink flavored with ginger and sweetened with sugar or artificial sweeteners.
Example
- She ordered a ginger beer to enjoy with her meal.
- Ginger beer is a key ingredient in a Moscow Mule cocktail.
B2Traditional
(historical, common)A fermented beverage made from ginger, sugar, water, and sometimes lemon juice, which can be either alcoholic or non-alcoholic.
Example
- Traditional ginger beer was often brewed at home using a ginger beer plant.
- Some ginger beers have a slight alcohol content due to fermentation.
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