Recipe for cooking sweet berry syrups

Misc. Beverage Recipes :: Beverage Syrups

Sweet Berry Syrups

3 c. blueberries*
3 c. sugar
1 c. water
1/4 c. lemon juice

Wash and drain blueberries. Crush berries in a bowl or process for 1 min. in a blender or food processor. Place the purée in a glass or enamel pan and stir in sugar and water. Cook over med. heat for 30 mins., stirring regularly.

Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice. Strain the mixture through a coffee filter or cheesecloth and pour the syrup into a sterilized jar. Discard the pulp. Cool the syrup before using.

* Any kind of berry can be substituted for the blueberries. Add half the sugar called for, taste, and add more sugar if the syrup needs sweetening.

Store in the refrigerator for up to 6 months.