Tonic Syrup

1. 1

   In a medium saucepan, combine cinchona bark, lemon grass, lime zest and grapefruit zest.

2. 2

   Add grapefruit juice, lime juice, allspice berries and 2 cups water.

3. 3

   Simmer, covered, for 25 minutes.

4. 4

   Remove from heat and pass through a fine strainer lined with muslin or cheesecloth into a bowl.

5. 5

   Allow mixture to rest for at least 30 minutes, then carefully pour off liquid, leaving behind and discarding grainy particulates that have settled at bottom of bowl.

6. 6

   For each cup of the resulting tonic water, add 3/4 cup of sugar and 1 teaspoon citric acid.

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   Cover and refrigerate until used.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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