Kain Tayo: Calamansi Lemonade

Ingredients:

Recipe from The Little Epicurean

• 1 cup fresh squeezed calamansi juice, discard seeds and skin

• 2 cups water

• ¾ -1 cup simple syrup, depending on desired sweetnes

• Simple syrup:

  • 1 cup granulated sugar

  • 1 cup granulated water

    Monk fruit sugar was substituted for white sugar. Monk fruit sugar is a sweetener that is extracted from monk fruit. It is a no-calorie substitute for sugar. For those who are diabetic - consult your doctor before using sugar substitutes

Instructions:

• In a pitcher, combine calamansi juice, water, and 3/4 cup simple syrup. Stir to combine. Store in fridge until chilled.

• Stir before serving. Optional: Serve with ice. Add more water or simple syrup to your liking

  Simple Syrup:

• In a sauce pot, bring water and sugar to a boil until sugar has dissolved. Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature.  Store excess syrup in the fridge and use within 2 weeks.