The Olive Bin

Strawberry Ginger and Mint Sekanjabin

Bring the sugar and water to a boil over high heat. Boil until the sugar has dissolved, then stir in the strawberries, mint, ginger, lemon peels, and lemon juice. Return to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in the white balsamic vinegar. Allow the syrup to stand overnight at room temperature, then strain out the fruits with a fine sieve. Store at room temperature in a sterile container. To use, stir 1 part syrup into 4 to 6 parts water; serve cold with ice if desired.
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Ingredients

4 C white sugar

2 C water

12 oz. fresh or frozen strawberries, chopped

1 C chopped fresh mint

1/2 C sliced fresh ginger

2 lemons, peeled and juiced

1 C of The Olive Bin's Honey Ginger White Balsamic Vinegar

Directions

  1. Bring the sugar and water to a boil over high heat. Boil until the sugar has dissolved, then stir in the strawberries, mint, ginger, lemon peels, and lemon juice. Return to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in the white balsamic vinegar.

  2. Allow the syrup to stand overnight at room temperature, then strain out the fruits with a fine sieve. Store at room temperature in a sterile container.

  3. To use, stir 1 part syrup into 4 to 6 parts water; serve cold with ice if desired. 

Additional Info

From our friend, Amy Yetter, at the Sweet Corn Festival  and adapted from All Recipes