Nettle Syrup is a traditional British recipe for a classic herb syrup that is traditionally used for colds but can also be used as a mixer or a cordial. The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic British version of: Nettle Syrup.
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Ingredients:
1kg nettle tops
2l water
80g sugar per 100ml liquid
Method:
Combine the nettle tops and water in a very large pan, bring to a boil and allow to boil, gently for 1 hour. Strain the liquid to remove the nettles then measure the volume and transfer back to a pan.
Add 80g sugar per 100ml liquid, bring to a boil and continue boiling for 30 minutes, or until thick and syrupy. Allow to cool then bottle in sterile bottles.
Traditionally this is used as a blood purifier, but it also makes and excellent drink if mixed with soda water and served over ice.