• Add 1 shot of espresso to a glass of ice, stir to cool it down, then add a shot (about 1½ ounces) of ginger syrup and top with sparkling water, stir and serve.

For the Ginger Syrup

• Add the sugar and water to a saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring continuously until the sugar is dissolved. Add the ginger, then reduce heat, cover and simmer for about 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and let sit in the covered pan to cool for an hour. Strain out the slices of ginger, then bottle the syrup and use to make the following drink or store in the refrigerator. It will easily keep a couple weeks.