Homemade Simple Syrups

Blending

So many delicious foods can be blended to create the water component of simple syrup, but this method works incredibly with stone fruits. Immersion can get the flavor from mangoes, peaches, nectarines, and even cherries, but blending just packs a stronger punch. All you have to do is blend equal parts diced stone fruit and water, and you’re on your way to a refreshing cocktail. Since the fruit itself is still in the syrup, shelf time is halved, but vodka will still triple the amount of time you get to enjoy it.