Fresh Lemon Syrup

Ingredients

• 1 quart fresh lemon juice
• Yellow zest of 6 lemons
• 1 quart boiling water
• 4 pounds white sugar

Method

1. 1 Combine lemon juice, lemon zest, boiling water, and sugar in a large pot.
2. 2 Let the mixture stand for 24 hours to allow the sugar to dissolve.
3. 3 If the sugar has not fully dissolved, gently heat the mixture until it dissolves.
4. 4 Filter the syrup through a jelly bag or fine-mesh strainer.
5. 5 Bottle tightly and store in a cool place for up to three months.