Based on an ancient Persian recipe, this soft drink syrup with strawberry, ginger, and mint keeps virtually indefinitely without any special care.
Preparation Time
25 mins
Cooking Time
30 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
To use, stir 1 part syrup into 4 to 6 parts water; serve cold with ice if desired.
Step 2
Bring sugar and water to a boil in a large pot over high heat. Boil until sugar has dissolved, then stir in strawberries, mint, ginger, lemon peels, and lemon juice. Return to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vinegar. Allow syrup to stand at room temperature for 8 hours to overnight.
Step 3
Strain out fruits with a fine sieve. Store at room temperature in a sterile container.
Ingredients
4 cups white sugar
2 cups water
1 cup chopped fresh mint
12 ounces fresh or frozen strawberries, chopped
2 lemons, peeled and juiced
1 cup white balsamic vinegar (not distilled vinegar)
