Lilac Syrup
Automatically translated from Romanian. See the Romanian original
A fragrant lilac syrup, easy to make at home, perfect for cold lemonade or spring cocktails.
Ingredients
Method
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Place 1 cup of water and approximately 1 cup of sugar in a saucepan.
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Heat the mixture until the sugar melts, then let it cool slightly.
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Wash the lilac flowers (2 cups) in a strainer, taking care to remove any green parts (leaves, twigs).
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Pour the warm sugar water over the lilac flowers, and optionally add the blueberries and lemon juice.
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Cover and let it sit in the refrigerator for 12-16 hours.
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The next day, strain everything and store it in the refrigerator in an airtight container.
The story behind this recipe
Don't let spring pass by without tasting it.
This homemade syrup is good enough for a fragrant, cold lemonade or a unique cocktail. I tried it with vodka, ice, and tonic water. It's great!
The preparation time is short. About 10 minutes total, including washing the dishes, and it can be made with any type of lilac.
You need:
2 cups lilac flowers
1 cup sugar
1 cup water
1 lemon
2-3 blueberries - Optional.
I put 1 cup of water and almost 1 cup of sugar in a saucepan. The recipe calls for one cup of sugar and one of water, but I always use less sugar, and it still works out.
Heat the mixture until the sugar dissolves, then let it cool slightly.
Wash the lilac flowers—meaning 2 good cups—in a strainer, taking care not to include any green parts (leaves, twigs).
Pour the warm water over the lilac (I also added 3 frozen blueberries for a more intense color, but it's optional!), add the lemon juice, cover, and leave in the refrigerator for 12-16 hours.
The next day, strain everything and store in the refrigerator in an airtight container.
Enjoy!
## Source: Facebook (2022-05-19)
Don't let spring pass you by.
Sirop de liliac 🌷
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