Strawberry Syrup

How to make Strawberry Syrup recipe - Strawberry is a flavor often found in coffees, especially when they have been naturally processed. Enhance the flavor and add a natural and sweet berry note with a dash of homemade strawberry syrup.

Makes 1 pint (600ml)

GINGERBREAD BUTTER:
Mix 2 tablespoons of soft, lightly salted butter with 3 1⁄2oz (100g) brown sugar, 1⁄4 teaspoon each of ground allspice, nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves, and 2 teaspoons of rum essence in a bowl. Use as a topping on coffees.

Method:
1 Place 1lb 2oz (500g) roughly chopped strawberries in a saucepan and pour over 16fl oz (500ml) water.

2 Bring to a boil and simmer for 25 minutes. Skim off any foam that gathers on the surface.

3 Remove from the heat and strain out the liquid without squeezing the strawberries.

4 Add 8oz (225g) sugar to the liquid and bring to a boil while stirring. Simmer until the sugar dissolves, and skim off any foam that gathers on the surface.

5 Cool and transfer to a sterilized, airtight jar or bottle, and store in the fridge. It will keep for approximately two weeks.