Black Currant Syrup (Print)

A rich, vibrant syrup bursting with tangy-sweet black currant flavor, ideal for elevating your favorite beverages and sweets.

# Components:

→ Fruit

01 - 4 cups fresh or frozen black currants, stems removed

→ Sweetener

02 - 2 cups granulated sugar

→ Liquid

03 - 1 cup water

→ Optional

04 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

# Directions:

01 - Rinse the black currants thoroughly under cold water and remove any stems or debris.
02 - In a medium saucepan, combine black currants and water. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the currants have burst and released their juices.
03 - Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly. Pass through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean bowl, pressing firmly to extract as much juice as possible. Discard the solids.
04 - Return the strained juice to the saucepan. Add the sugar and optional lemon juice. Stir thoroughly to dissolve the sugar completely.
05 - Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the syrup thickens slightly.
06 - Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature. Pour into sterilized glass bottles or jars.
07 - Refrigerate for up to 1 month before serving.

# Chef Secrets:

01 -
  • Intense Flavor: Bursting with the natural, tangy-sweet profile of fresh black currants.
  • Pure Ingredients: A simple, vegan, and gluten-free recipe with no artificial preservatives.
  • Versatility: Perfect for drizzling over desserts or mixing into refreshing drinks.
02 -
  • Firmly press the currants against the sieve to extract every bit of juice and natural pectin for the best flavor and texture.
  • Wait for the syrup to cool completely before sealing the jars to prevent condensation from forming.
  • If using frozen berries, there is no need to thaw them beforehand; just add a couple of extra minutes to the initial simmer.
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