Citrus Syrup for Soft Drinks
Elevate your homemade soft drinks with this zesty and vibrant Citrus Syrup! Bursting with the tangy essence of fresh orange, lemon, and lime juices, and enhanced by the aromatic oils of orange and lemon zest, this quick and easy syrup delivers the perfect balance of sweet and tart. A touch of vanilla extract adds a subtle warmth, making it a versatile ingredient for crafting refreshing sodas, spritzers, or even cocktail mocktails. Ready in just 20 minutes, this syrup comes together with simple pantry staples and ensures a flavorful, handcrafted alternative to store-bought mixers. Store it in the fridge and enjoy its bright, citrusy goodness for up to two weeks—ideal for sprucing up sparkling water and impressing guests!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Granulated sugar
- 240 milliliters Water
- 2 tablespoons Orange zest
- 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
- 120 milliliters Orange juice, freshly squeezed
- 60 milliliters Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 30 milliliters Lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and water. Stir to dissolve the sugar.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer. Stir occasionally to avoid scorching.
Add the orange zest and lemon zest to the simmering syrup. Stir well to release the citrus oils into the mixture.
Reduce the heat to low and cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse into the syrup.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
Stir in the freshly squeezed orange juice, lemon juice, lime juice, and vanilla extract (if using). Mix thoroughly.
Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean jar or bottle to remove the zest and any pulp.
Let the syrup cool completely before sealing the container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
To use, mix 2-4 tablespoons of syrup (adjust to taste) with 240 milliliters (1 cup) of sparkling water or soda. Stir gently to combine and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
875 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.0 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 10 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 227.2 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 213.7 g | ||
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 73 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 423 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
