Pineapple & Cucumber Syrup
A simple, yet flavorful, syrup that has a bit of freshness from the cucumber and a bit of tartness from the pineapple. It is super versatile and great to add an extra punch to your drinks!
Cut <quantity>3</quantity> <quantity>1<unit>in</unit></quantity> thick slices out of <quantity>1</quantity> pineapple
Cut the pineapple slices into quarters
Thinly slice <quantity>1</quantity> Japanese cucumber
Add the pineapple to a medium saucepan
Add the cucumber
Add <quantity>100<unit>g</unit></quantity> of demerara sugar
Add <quantity>150<unit>ml</unit></quantity> of water
Squeeze the juice out of the remaining pineapple. Turn the stove on to medium heat
Simmer until reduced by ⅓. Crush the pineapple pieces with a muddler
Turn off the heat and let it cool down to room temperature. Strain into a bottle. The pineapple & cucumber syrup is ready
Enjoy this in both cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages!
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