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AGT Editorial Team

Homemade Sweet & Sour Mix

Homemade sweet and sour mix is so much better than any store-bought brand. It's easy to make and lasts up to 3 weeks in the fridge!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 43 minutes
Servings: 16 oz
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 48
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ¾ cup sugar
  • ¾ cup water
  • ¾ cup lemon juice
  • ¾ cup lime juice

Method
 

  1. Add water and sugar to a small saucepan and simmer for 3 minutes or until the sugar completely dissolves.
  2. Turn off stove and set aside.
  3. Squeeze lemons and limes. Strain into a measuring cup.
  4. Carefully pour the simple syrup mixture into your bottle along with the lemon and lime juice. Seal and chill!
  5. It's okay if the syrup isn't fully chilled. You can chill it in the fridge after it's bottled.

Notes

Store in a sealed container or bottle for up to 3 weeks.
Use in my green tea or white tea shots!