Department of State redirects here. For the term as used in Ireland, see Department of State (Ireland). The United States Department of State (DOS), often referred to as the State Department, is the United States federal executive department that advises the President and leads the country in foreign policy issues.
The Difference Between Ginger Ale and Ginger Beer. Ginger beer was originally an alcoholic brew made from fermenting ginger, sugar, and water, although most commercial ginger beers nowadays are non-alcoholic. Ginger ale is a non-alcoholic, sweetened, ginger-flavored soft drink. Ginger beer is stronger-tasting and spicier than ginger ale, but less carbonated.
Historically, ginger beer was popular first. In fact, it was originally popular as an alcoholic concoction of up to 11% alcohol by volume (ABV). The alcohol content came from fermenting ginger, sugar and water, and then adding a ginger-lemon extraction.Ginger is a root that is rich in lactic acid bacteria and yeasts.istorically, ginger beer was popular first. In fact, it was originally popular as an alcoholic concoction of up to 11% alcohol by volume (ABV). The alcohol content came from fermenting ginger, sugar and water, and then adding a ginger-lemon extraction.