{"product_id":"riddles-flaming-hot-ginger-essence","title":"Riddles Flaming Hot Ginger Essence – 125ml","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRiddles Flaming Hot Essence\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRiddles Flaming Hot Essence\u003c\/strong\u003e is a concentrated ginger extract used to make traditional-style ginger wine, cordials, or spice-forward beverages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 125ml bottle is designed to be added to a sugar-water base to make up to 3 litres of ginger wine. Expect bold ginger character with lingering heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s commonly used by homebrewers and winemakers looking to recreate old-school ginger wine with a strong spicy kick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 125 ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUsage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Makes approx. 3L of ginger wine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spicy ginger, warming heat, traditional style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wine, cordial, beer flavouring, cocktails, cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreservative:\u003c\/strong\u003e Potassium sorbate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo make ginger wine or cordial:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDissolve 1?kg of sugar in ~2.3?L of boiling water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurn off heat and stir in 1 bottle (125ml) of \u003cstrong\u003eFlaming Hot Essence\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow to cool. Bottle or ferment as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor flavouring beer or spirits, add post-fermentation in small amounts to taste — the essence is strong and concentrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s the Difference?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlaming Hot\u003c\/strong\u003e is the spicier version of Riddles’ ginger essence line — designed for a bold, warming heat rather than a mellow ginger finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso available in a milder “Smooth” version (sold separately) for those who prefer a less intense spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrewer’s Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen adding to beer or spirits, always trial a small batch — a little goes a long way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor winter warmers, use alongside darker malts or golden syrup for complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf fermenting with yeast, add the essence post-fermentation to preserve full flavour intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Riddles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52626856640855,"sku":"2637","price":6.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/5495\/5607\/files\/5946.jpg?v=1769258313","url":"https:\/\/www.home-brew-hopshop.co.uk\/products\/riddles-flaming-hot-ginger-essence","provider":"The Hop Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}