LEMONGRASS-LIME LEAF

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Chicago chef Graham Elliot uses aromatic makrut lime leaves to make this sparkler from his sandwich shop, Grahamwich.

Provided by Graham Elliot

Yield Makes 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup lemon zest (from 6 lemons)
1/4 cup lime zest (from 8 limes)
20 makrut lime leaves
2 stalks lemongrass, roughly chopped
3/4 cup Simple Syrup , divided
6 cups soda water, divided

Steps:

  • Combine citrus zest, lime leaves, lemongrass, and 2 cups water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 5 minutes. Strain lemongrass mixture into a jar and chill. Fill a 12 ounce glass with ice cubes. Add 2 tablespoons lemongrass mixture and 1 tablespoon simple syrup. Top with soda water (about 1/2 cup) and stir to combine. Repeat to make 11 more sodas.

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