4 1/2 cups cold water
1 cup apple cider vinegar
1 1/4 cups brown sugar
1/2 cup molasses
1 tsp. ground fresh ginger
2 tsp. honey or agave or maple syrup

Combine all ingredients in a large bowl or pitcher. Refrigerate and serve ice cold.

Variation: Add a twist and a squeeze of lemon, if desired.

Serves 6-8.