Beer Ginger is also
called Pletok Beer is a refreshing drink made from a mixture of several spices,
namely ginger, pandanus fragrant leaves, and lemon grass. This traditional
drink is known among the Betawi ethnic. In order to more attractive color,
Betawi people usually use additional wood secang, which will provide red when
brewed with hot water.
Although it contains
the word beer, ginger beer (pletok beer) does not contain alcohol. This drink
is efficacious for expediting the blood circulation. Betawi people consume it
at night as warmers.
