Baking with Bundaberg Ginger Beer: Five Recipes Worth Making

There’s a reason home bakers keep reaching for Bundaberg Ginger Beer in the kitchen. Brewed over three days using real ginger root, our Ginger Beer brings a depth of warmth, natural spice, and gentle carbonation that transforms everyday bakes into something genuinely exceptional. From light, cloud-like scones to a coffee-free tiramisu that will steal the show, here are five recipes that prove your next bake starts with a bottle of Bundaberg.

Why the Bundaberg Ginger Beer?

The carbonation in Bundaberg Ginger Beer works as a natural leavening agent, producing lighter, fluffier textures without altering your existing recipe structure. Paired with the warmth of real brewed Australian ginger, it adds a flavour dimension that vanilla extract simply cannot replicate. Once you bake with it, you’ll wonder why you ever baked without it.

Three-Ingredient Ginger Beer Scones

Minimal effort, maximum reward. These Ginger Beer Scones require just self-raising flour, thickened cream, and Bundaberg Ginger Beer nothing more. The carbonation creates an incredibly light crumb, while the ginger adds a subtle warmth that pairs beautifully with jam and freshly whipped cream. Bake at 200°C for 12–15 minutes for a golden, bakery-worthy result every time.

Ginger Beer Banana Bread

This is banana bread, elevated. Ginger Beer Banana Bread combines ⅔ cup of Bundaberg Ginger Beer with cinnamon, nutmeg and mixed spice to produce a warmly spiced loaf that stays moist for days. Use your ripest bananas for maximum natural sweetness, bake at 180°C for 60 minutes, and slice into something that is genuinely difficult to stop eating.

Classic Ginger Beer Cake

Understated, reliable, and endlessly satisfying. The Ginger Beer Cake is a beautifully simple loaf built around the clean, natural flavour of Bundaberg. A generous scattering of brown sugar before baking creates a caramelised, crackled crust that contrasts perfectly with the moist, tender crumb underneath. Bake low and slow at 150°C for 1 hour and 15 minutes; patience is rewarded here.

Ginger Beer Gingerbread Men

A festive favourite that earns its place on the table all year round. These Ginger Beer Gingerbread Men use Bundaberg Ginger Beer in both the dough and the icing, delivering a double hit of authentic ginger flavour in every bite. Cut, bake at 180°C for 15–20 minutes until lightly golden, then decorate to your heart’s content. They keep well in an airtight container for up to a week if they last that long.

Moscow Mule Cupcakes

For those who prefer their baking with a little more personality. The Moscow Mule Cupcake brings together Bundaberg Ginger Beer, vodka and fresh lime zest in both the batter and the frosting to recreate the flavours of the iconic cocktail in cupcake form. The ginger-forward buttercream is bold and creamy, the lime zest cuts through with brightness, and the result is the kind of dessert that prompts your guests to ask for the recipe before they’ve finished eating.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you bake with Bundaberg Ginger Beer?

Yes. Bundaberg Ginger Beer is a fantastic baking ingredient. Its natural carbonation creates a lighter, fluffier texture in bakes like scones, cakes and banana bread, while the real brewed ginger adds a warm, authentic flavour that elevates any recipe.

Does the ginger beer flavour come through when baked?

Absolutely. Because Bundaberg Ginger Beer is brewed using real ginger root over three days, the flavour is robust enough to hold up through the baking process giving your finished bake a subtle but distinctive ginger warmth.

What is the difference between Bundaberg Ginger Beer and regular ginger ale?

Bundaberg Ginger Beer is craft-brewed over three days using real, locally grown Australian ginger. This traditional brewing process creates a naturally cloudy appearance and a robust, spicy depth of flavour. In contrast, standard ginger ale is typically just carbonated water mixed with ginger-flavoured syrup. Because we brew with actual ginger root, our Ginger Beer delivers a much richer, authentic taste, whether you are enjoying an ice-cold bottle on its own or pouring it into your favourite baking batter.

Where can I find more Bundaberg recipes?

Browse the full collection of sweet and savoury Brewed Food recipes at bundaberg.com/brewed-food.