Can ginger beer be alcoholic? Yes, while often ginger beer is made like a carbonated soft drink, it can also beer brewed like traditional beer. Most commercially available alcoholic ginger beer drinks are in the 4-5% ABV range.

Is ginger beer good for your stomach? It’s not so much the ginger beer – it’s the ginger in the drink that helps quell nausea and stomach discomfort. If you’re looking to settle your stomach, aim for a less carbonated beverage that is higher in natural ginger than ginger juice or syrup.