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HOMEMADE SWEET AND SOUR MIX

Ideal for all your summer cocktails!  For a twist, add fresh raspberries or lemon slices to the sugar/water mixture, then strain before you let it cool….The flavored simple syrup is perfect for Iced Tea and vodka drinks too!

Makes 4 cups

Ingredients:

2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup water
1 cup fresh lemon juice
1 cup fresh lime juice

Preparation:

Combine water and sugar in a large saucepan. Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves. Bring to boil, then remove from the heat and let the syrup cool completely.

Mix the simple syrup, lemon juice and lime juice together in a pitcher. Chill until cold. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
 

 Good Food for Good Times: Simple Recipes for Sensational Celebrations
by Chef Jamie Gwen with Lana Sills
Powerline Publishing Group; April 2007; $24.95/Hardcover