Healthy Homemade Cola

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Homemade Cola Syrup Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup Dark Jaggery or Coconut Sugar

• 1/2 cup Water

• 2 tbsp Sugar (optional, for caramel)

• 1/4 tsp Coriander Seeds

• A pinch of Nutmeg

• 1/8 tsp Cinnamon Powder

• Peel of:

  • 1/2 orange

  • 1/2 lime

  • 1/2 lemon

• 6 to 7 drops Vanilla Extract

• 1/4 tsp Citric Acid (Nimbu ke phool)

• Juice of:

  • 1/2 orange

  • 1/2 lime

  • 1/2 lemon

Method:

1. Optional Caramel:

   • If using sugar for caramel, heat 2 tablespoons of sugar in a pan until it melts and turns golden brown. Set aside.

2. Prepare the Syrup:

   • In a pot, combine jaggery (or coconut sugar) and water.

   • Bring the mixture to a boil, ensuring the jaggery dissolves completely.

3. Add Spices and Peels:

   • Add coriander seeds, nutmeg, cinnamon powder, and the orange, lime, and lemon peels to the boiling mixture.

   • Let it simmer for a few minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.

4. Add Vanilla Extract:

   • Remove the pot from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

5. Cool and Add Acidity:

   • Once the syrup has cooled down, mix in the citric acid (or the juice of orange, lime, and lemon).

6. Strain and Store:

   • Strain the syrup to remove solids and transfer it to an airtight container.

To Serve:

• Mix 2–3 tablespoons of the cola syrup with chilled soda water for a refreshing fizzy cola. Adjust syrup quantity to taste.

Storage:

• Store the cola syrup for future use

Enjoy your homemade fizzy cola! 🌟