Liberian Ginger Beer

Directions

 * 1) ginger beer may be diluted with water or extra Sugar, or ginger may be added to obtain desired taste. Liberians make the ginger beer with the peelings of pineapple only.
 * 2) Chop 1 Ib. fresh ginger finely, and then beat to a powder.
 * 3) Add 2 FRESH pineapples unpeeled and cut in chunks.
 * 4) Pour 2 gallons BOILING water over and allow to cool to lukewarm.
 * 5) Add 2 tsp. yeast dissolved in 1/2 cup of lukewarm water.
 * 6) Allow to stand overnight covered.
 * 7) Add 3 1/2 cups molasses on the following day.
 * 8) Chill and strain. Bottle tightly and refrigerate