Teh Halia (Hot Ginger Tea, Ambon)

Ingredients 

• 6 cups water 

• 1 cup brown sugar, packed 

• 2-inch piece of fresh ginger, cracked 

Procedure

1. Combine the water, sugar, and ginger in a saucepan and bring the mixture to a boil. 
2. Cook over moderate heat for about 5 minutes. 
3. Strain. 

Serves 6.