Ginger beer

Ingredients

 * 1 	 	Ginger root
 * 1 		Lemon, grated rind only
 * 2 	oz 	Cream of tartar
 * 1 1/2 	lbs 	Sugar
 * 1 	gal 	Water, boiling
 * 1 		Envelope yeast

Directions
Grate and thoroughly mash the ginger root in a bowl. Place in a large pot and add all ingredients except the yeast. Stir until sugar and cream of tartar is dissolved. Allow mixture to cool, then add yeast which has been started ( dissolved) in a little lukewarm water. Cover tightly for 6 hours, then filter first through a tea strainer or similar, then through cloth. Bottle and cap tightly, sealed. Place in dark, cool (60 degree) place for two weeks. Chill fully before opening to drink.