ginger beer

American  

noun

1. a soft drink similar to ginger ale but containing more ginger flavor.

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ginger beer British  

noun

1. a slightly alcoholic drink made by fermenting a mixture of syrup and root ginger

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Etymology

Origin of ginger beer

First recorded in 1800–10

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How does ginger-beer compare to similar and commonly confused words? Explore the most common comparisons:

• ginger ale vs. ginger beer

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Example Sentences

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ginger beer

With its ginger beer and fancy colas, Fentimans taps into the growing "mindful drinking" trend.

From BBC ● Feb. 3, 2026

To spice up your dry Moscow Mule, try combining ginger beer and lime juice with a non-alcoholic sparkling cider.

From Salon ● Jan. 18, 2026

The shortage also affected Asahi's soft drinks, such as ginger beer and soda water.

From BBC ● Nov. 26, 2025

“Yummy, tastes like ginger beer, love the burn,” wrote one of the testers.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 3, 2023

Genie flushed, embarrassed once more, but also super happy to have that ginger beer because the thirst was real.

From "As Brave As You" by Jason Reynolds

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