Jun 08 2026
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Bitter Sweet Recipe

Inspired by The Courtney Room
Time35m
Serves4

Rootside tonic syrup, spiced grape, kiwi & sumac, cane sugar. No %

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Ingredients

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Tonic Syrup

Spiced Grape & Kiwi Mixture

Method

Preparing the Tonic Syrup

  1. 1

    Combine Ingredients

    In a medium saucepan, combine the Rootside tonic syrup and cane sugar over medium heat. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.

  2. 2

    Simmer

    Allow the mixture to simmer gently for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let cool.

Making the Spiced Grape & Kiwi Mixture

  1. 3

    Prepare the Fruit

    In a separate bowl, combine the grapes, diced kiwi, and ground sumac. Mix well.

  2. 4

    Infuse with Spice

    Add the cinnamon stick to the fruit mixture and let it sit for about 15 minutes to infuse the flavors.

Combining and Serving

  1. 5

    Combine Mixtures

    Once the tonic syrup has cooled and the fruit has infused, remove the cinnamon stick and combine both mixtures in a large pitcher.

  2. 6

    Serve

    Serve over ice in glasses and enjoy the refreshing Bitter Sweet drink.

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