Quince Soda Syrup

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Yield:
20 ounces

Seasonal quince gives this sweet soda from Anton Nocito of P&H Soda and Syrup its rosy color and tropical fragrance. Also Try:Cream Soda Syrup, Grapefruit Soda Syrup

Ingredients

  • 3 quince, peeled, seeded, and chopped

  • 2 cups sugar, plus more as needed

  • Juice of 1/2 lemon

  • Pinch of salt

  • Ice cubes, for serving

  • Seltzer water, for serving

Directions

  1. Place quince, sugar, lemon juice, and salt in a medium saucepan along with 4 cups water. Cover and bring to a simmer over medium heat; let simmer for 2 hours.

  2. Add more sugar, if desired, and let cool. Transfer to refrigerator and let chill overnight.

  3. Strain and discard solids. Transfer syrup to an airtight container and keep refrigerated until ready to use, up to 2 weeks. To serve, fill a 16-ounce glass with ice cubes and add 1 1/2 ounces syrup; top with seltzer and stir to combine.

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