Bitter Lemon

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Homemade soft drinks are full of flavour and make refreshing thirst-quenchers on hot summer days.

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Ingredients

  • 2 Lemons
  • 600 ml Water (1 pint)
  • 110 Gram Sugar (4 oz)

Preparation

Step 1

Cut the lemons into pieces, put in a saucepan with the water and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat and simmer gently for 10-15 minutes, until the fruit is soft.

Step 2

Add the sugar and stir until dissolved. Remove from the heat, cover and cool. Strain before using. Serve with soda water, if liked.