Homemade Dr. Pepper

Directions

  1. 1On medium low heat, add one cup of coconut sugar.
  2. 2Mix until the coconut sugar starts to caramelize on the bottom.
  3. 3Immediately add the water and stir.
  4. 4Add your spices, ginger, and citrus peels.
  5. 5Add one cup of pitted cherries (fresh or frozen).
  6. 6Give it a mix.
  7. 7Let it come to a low boil.
  8. 8Smash the cherries to get everything out.
  9. 9Strain it into a bowl or jar.
  10. 10Add vanilla and almond extract.
  11. 11Whisk until incorporated.
  12. 12Add your desired amount of syrup into a glass with a little ice along with some seltzer water.
  13. 13Give it a good stir, then serve it up.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup coconut sugar
  • water
  • spices
  • ginger
  • citrus peels
  • 1 cup pitted cherries
  • vanilla extract
  • almond extract
  • amount syrup
  • ice
  • seltzer water

Equipment

bowljarglass

Tips

  • You can buy pitted cherries fresh, but frozen are preferred.
  • Smash the cherries to get everything out.