Fitz's Black Cherry (glass Bottle) Recipe
Enjoy the refreshing taste of Fitz's Black Cherry soda, crafted with rich cherry flavor and served in an iconic glass bottle.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Prepare the Cherry Mixture
In a saucepan, combine the pitted black cherries, granulated sugar, and water. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves.
- 2
Simmer the Mixture
Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes until the cherries soften and the mixture thickens slightly.
- 3
Add Lemon Juice and Preservative
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the lemon juice and sodium benzoate. Allow the mixture to cool completely.
- 4
Combine with Carbonated Water
In a large pitcher, combine the cooled cherry mixture with carbonated water. Stir gently to mix.
- 5
