Haymaker'S Ginger Switchel - cooking recipe

Ingredients

9 cups water, divided
1/4 cup minced fresh ginger
1/4 cup honey or 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
1/4 cup molasses
3/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
fresh berries, mint sprigs (to garnish) or lemon slice (to garnish)

Preparation

Combine 3 cups water with ginger in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat, cover and let infuse for 15 minutes.
Strain the ginger-infused water into a pitcher, pressing on the ginger solids to extract all the liquid. Add honey (or maple syrup) and molasses; stir until dissolved. Stir in lemon juice, vinegar and the remaining 6 cups water. Chill until very cold, at least 2 hours or overnight.
Stir the punch and serve in tall glasses over ice cubes. Garnish with berries, mint sprigs or lemon slices, if desired.
Make Ahead Tip: Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.