Black Currant Syrup (Printable)

A rich, vibrant syrup bursting with tangy-sweet black currant flavor, perfect for drinks and desserts.

# What You Need:

→ 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 black currants thoroughly under cold water and remove any stems or debris.
02 - Combine black currants and water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat and cook for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the currants burst and release their juices.
03 - Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly for 5 minutes.
04 - Pass the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean bowl, pressing firmly to extract as much juice as possible. Discard the solids.
05 - Return the strained juice to the saucepan. Add sugar and lemon juice if desired. Stir until sugar dissolves completely.
06 - Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the syrup reaches desired consistency.
07 - Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature. Pour into sterilized glass bottles or jars and seal tightly.
08 - Refrigerate for up to 1 month before use.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Intense, natural tangy-sweet berry flavor.
  • Vibrant color that makes any dish or drink look professional.
  • Simple European-style preparation with just four ingredients.
  • Naturally vegan and gluten-free.
02 -
  • Don't be afraid to press the berry solids firmly in the sieve to extract every drop of flavor.
  • Let the syrup cool completely before sealing to prevent any moisture buildup in the container.
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