Plum Perfection Spritz
This Plum Perfection Spritz is a delightful and sparkling drink made with fresh wild plums. It's a delightful way to enjoy the flavors of summer, whether you're looking to impress at a gathering or simply unwind at home. The sweet and tangy plum syrup pairs perfectly with fizzy sparkling water, creating a refreshing treat that's sure to brighten any occasion.
Plum Perfection Spritz
A delightful and refreshing sparkling drink made with sweet and tangy wild plum syrup and fizzy sparkling water.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup pitted wild plums with skin on
- 1/4 cup + 1 3/4 cups water
- 1 3/4 cups sugar
- 1 cup sparkling water
Instructions
- In a medium pot, combine 1/4 cup of water and pitted wild plums.
- Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 8 minutes or until the pulp pulls away from the skins, stirring regularly and smashing the wild plums.
- Place a mesh strainer over a large liquid measuring cup or bowl, then slowly pour the plum mixture into the strainer and stir with a spoon until the juice seeps through. Discard the pulp.
- Repeat the straining process until all the pulp has been pressed and the juice has filled the measuring cup or bowl.
- Measure the amount of plum juice obtained, and use that measurement to create the simple syrup with an equal amount of sugar and water.
- In a separate larger pot, add the correct amount of sugar and water for the simple syrup, and bring to a boil for 5 minutes.
- Remove the simple syrup from the heat and add the wild plum juice, stirring well. Strain the mixture again if there is too much pulp.
- Place the mixture in a quart canning jar and refrigerate for several hours or overnight.
- When ready to serve, fill a glass 1/3 full with plum syrup and add sparkling water to fill the glass. Gently stir and enjoy!