Wild Plum Fizz
This Wild Plum Fizz is a delightful and refreshing sparkling drink made with fresh wild plums. It's a perfect choice for a mocktail hour or a casual family dinner. The sweet and tangy flavors of the wild plum syrup combined with sparkling water create a delightful beverage that will surely bring a smile to your face.
Wild Plum Fizz
A delightful and refreshing sparkling drink made with fresh wild plums and sparkling water.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup pitted wild plums with skin on
- 1/2 tablespoon + 1 3/4 cups water
- 1 3/4 tablespoons sugar
- 1 cup sparkling water
Instructions
- In a medium pot, combine the pitted wild plums and 1/2 tablespoon of water. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 8 minutes, stirring regularly and mashing the plums as they cook.
- Place a mesh strainer over a large measuring cup or bowl, and slowly pour the plum mixture into the strainer, pressing and stirring to extract the juice. Discard the pulp.
- Measure the amount of plum juice obtained and prepare a simple syrup using an equal amount of water and sugar in a separate pot.
- Bring the simple syrup to a boil, then remove from the heat and add the wild plum juice, stirring well. Strain again if there is too much pulp.
- Transfer the mixture to a quart canning jar and refrigerate for several hours or overnight.
- To serve, fill a glass one-third full with plum syrup and top it off with sparkling water. Gently stir and enjoy!