Best Mint Basil Cucumber Simple Syrup Recipes
MINT BASIL CUCUMBER SIMPLE SYRUP
Found this recipe in a copy of "Bon appetit". Looking for a substitute for the pop that was being consumed in this house. Great taste when added to a glass of cold water.
Provided by bjd44535
Categories Beverages
Time P1DT10m
Yield 48 tablespoons, 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine water and sugar in sauce pan.
- Bring to simmer and stir until sugar has dissolved.
- Turn heat off and add cucumber, basil and mint.
- Remove from heat, place lid on pan and leave overnight, (longer the mixture sits, the better it tastes).
- Strain and store in fridge.
- Add 2 tbsp of syrup to 8 oz. of good cold water.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 49.6, Sodium 0.7, Carbohydrate 12.8, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 12.6, Protein 0.1
CUCUMBER MINT AND BASIL SODA
bon Appetite had this and several other summer soda recipes. I make most of my own fizzy drinks from fruit in my yard. I like this veggie alternative. I will be trying this with stevia instead.
Provided by Ambervim
Categories Beverages
Time 10m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bring water and sugar to a boil to make simple syrup.
- Keep 1.5 cups in a small saucepan and remove pan from heat.
- Add cucumber slices (reserving 12 for garnish), 24 mint leaves, and basil.
- Cover and let steep for 30 minutes.
- Strain cucumber-herb syrup into a jar, pressing on solids in strainer.
- Fill a 12-oz. glass with ice cubes. Add 2 tablespoons syrup and top with soda water (about 1/2 cup). Stir to combine. Garnish with cucumber slice and sprig of mint. Repeat to make 11 more sodas.
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