Ginger ale and ginger beer are very similar beverages, and yet it's not always easy to substitute one for the other. Here's what you need to know.

At a glance, the main differences between ginger ale and ginger beer come down to spice, sweetness, carbonation, and alcohol content. Ginger ale tends to have a sweeter taste, while ginger beer is ...

The natural sweetness of the berry’s pairs beautifully with the beer’s malty notes, while the mint adds a cooling, herbal finish. Ginger Spice Ale Mule: This zesty cocktail mixes spiced ginger ...

There are still a few small-scale producers making good, traditional ginger beers, which are well worth seeking out. If you can’t find ginger beer, substitute with ginger ale.