Drink The Book: Natural Cola Recipe Recipe

Name: Drink The Book: Natural Cola Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 quart water; Finely grated zest and juice of 1 lemon; Finely grated zest and juice of 1 lime; Finely grated zest and juice of 2 oranges; 3 large (5-inch) cinnamon sticks, broken into small pieces; 2 tablespoons dried bitter orange peel; 2 teaspoons coriander seed; 1/4 teaspoon finely grated nutmeg; 1 teaspoon gum arabic (optional); 2 pounds sugar; 1/4 cup browning sauce, such as Kitchen Bouquet; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Servings: persons

1 quart water
Finely grated zest and juice of 1 lemon
Finely grated zest and juice of 1 lime
Finely grated zest and juice of 2 oranges
3 large (5-inch) cinnamon sticks, broken into small pieces
2 tablespoons dried bitter orange peel
2 teaspoons coriander seed
1/4 teaspoon finely grated nutmeg
1 teaspoon gum arabic (optional)
2 pounds sugar
1/4 cup browning sauce, such as Kitchen Bouquet
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1
Combine the water, lemon zest, lime zest, orange zest, cinnamon, bitter orange peel, coriander seed, nutmeg, and gum arabic (if using) in a large saucepan. Whisk together until the gum arabic dissolves. Stir in the sugar and bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Boil for 1 minute.
2
Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon, lime, and orange juices, along with the browning sauce and vanilla. Let cool, then strain.
3
This syrup will keep in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
4
Pour 1/2 cup cola syrup into a tall glass. Add 1 1/2 cups seltzer and stir until just blended. Add ice and serve.
5
Combine 3 1/4 cups water and 3/4 cup cola syrup in a 1-quart siphon. Charge with CO2 according to the manufacturer's directions. Siphon charged sodas can be stored in the siphon in a refrigerator for up to 5 days. Dispense as desired into tall glasses filled with ice and serve.

1068

kcal

Calories

Fat

289

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 quart water, Finely grated zest and juice of 1 lemon, Finely grated zest and juice of 1 lime, Finely grated zest and juice of 2 oranges, and more.

Yes, Drink The Book: Natural Cola Recipe falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Drink The Book: Natural Cola Recipe

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