Recipe for cooking blackberry syrup

Misc. Beverage Recipes :: Beverage Syrups

Blackberry Syrup

This is for use on pancakes. The syrup can be stored in the refrigerator if you intend to use it quickly. Otherwise, sterilize canning jars, pour into the jars to within 1/4 in. of the lid, adjust lids and process in boiling water canner for 10 mins..

4 c. blackberry juice
4 c. sugar
Powdered pectin (optional)

Mix the blackberry juice and sugar, and bring to a boil. Boil rapidly for 2 mins.. Skim off foam. Pour into HOT sterile jars or bottles.

This Makes approximately a thin syrup. If you want it slightly thicker, add a sm. amount of powdered pectin (less than half of a 2-ounce box) to the cold syrup and sugar mixture.