1930s Lemonade Syrup
Imported from Instagram
20 minEasy33 servings

1930s Lemonade Syrup

A vintage lemonade syrup recipe from a 1930s cookbook. Simply mix this concentrated syrup with water for a refreshing and nostalgic summer drink.

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Time20min
LevelEasy
Servings33
Method 7 steps
01

Grate the zest from the lemons.

02

In a pot, combine the water and sugar. Bring to a boil to create a syrup, and skim off any foam that rises to the top.

03

Add the grated lemon zest to the boiling syrup.

04

Cut the zested lemons in half, remove the seeds, and squeeze out the juice using a juicer.

05

Pour the lemon juice into the syrup and cook for 10 minutes.

06

Add the citric acid and bring the mixture to a boil once more.

07

Strain the syrup through a cloth, let it cool completely, and pour it into a bottle for storage. To serve, mix about 2 tablespoons of syrup per glass of water.

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