Lemon and Mint Syrup

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Add 1/4 cup of water to a saucepan.
  2. 2Add 3/4 cup of lemon juice.
  3. 3Add 1 1/4 cups of sugar.
  4. 4Add yellow food coloring.
  5. 5Add lemon zest.
  6. 6Stir well over heat until boiling.
  7. 7Boil for 2-3 minutes.
  8. 8Remove from heat, strain and let cool completely.
  9. 9Add a cup of water to the pot.
  10. 10Add some mint leaves.
  11. 11Add 1 1/4 cups of sugar.
  12. 12Add green food coloring.
  13. 13Do the same steps as before: boil for 2-3 minutes and remove from heat.
  14. 14Let cool completely.
  15. 15For a refreshing drink, add a teaspoon of mint syrup and some ice.
  16. 16Add a spoonful of lemon syrup.
  17. 17Add water, soda, sparkling water or any drink you like.

Ingredients

  • 0.25 cup water
  • 0.75 cup lemon juice
  • 1.25 cup sugar
  • food coloring
  • 1 cup water
  • some mint leaves
  • 1.25 cup sugar
  • food coloring

Equipment

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Tips

  • Use adalia lemon instead of local lemon so that it does not become bitter.
  • For any type of fruit, take a cup of fruit juice with a cup and a quarter of sugar and follow the same method.