LEMONADE/LIME CORDIAL

LEMONADE/LIME CORDIAL

INGREDIENTS 

INGREDIENTS

• 1 1/2 cups water
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 3/4 tsp citric acid
• 2/3 cup freshly-squeezed lime juice (about 5 large limes)
• Rind of 3 limes cut into pieces (Rind ONLY. Avoid the   white part completely. It gives bitterness)
• 3 Tablespoons corn syrup 
• OPTIONAL: few drops of Green Food Colour 
• PREPARATION 
• 1. Stir citric acid and sugar together.
• 2. Separately, bring water to a boil then add the sugar mixture.
• 3. Stir constantly until the sugar is fully dissolved.
• 4. Turn off the heat and add lime juice and rind (and colour if using) and stir well.
•   5. Add the corn syrup                  
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• 6. Turn the heat back on and allow to simmer for 1-2 minutes.

       7. Remove from heat, cover and   allow to cool 

1. 8) Place the mix into a well-sealed container and refrigerate overnight.
2. 9) Strain the lime rinds and pour into an empty, clean bottle with tight-fitting lid.
3. 10. Place back in the refrigerator and allow to sit for another day before using.