This recipe is a delicious, quick and easy syrup that can be made into a non-alcoholic drink with the addition of soda water or created as an alcoholic beverage with the addition of both soda water and gin or vodka.
INGREDIENTS
175ml lemon juice (from approximately 2 large Meyer lemons)
1 heaped tablespoon of lemon verbena whole leaf tea
1 cup of sugar
METHOD
Add all ingredients to a small saucepan and bring to a simmer.
Simmer for 5-10 minutes.
Remove from heat and allow to cool.
Strain into a sterilised bottle and store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
This is delicious served with still or sparkling water or can be served with vodka, gin or Bacardi over ice.
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