Ginger Sekanjabin

Ingredients

• 4 cups white sugar
• 2.5 cups water
• 1 cup red or white wine vinegar
• 0.5 cup minced fresh ginger

Steps

1. Bring sugar and water to a boil in a large saucepan over high heat; boil for 2 to 3 minutes. Off heat, stir in vinegar and ginger. Cool mixture to room temperature.
2. Strain mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a sterile container; discard solids. Store at room temperature.
3. Stir 1 part syrup into 4 to 5 parts water; serve cold with ice if desired.