New Orleans Nectar Syrup

Growing up in New Orleans, we used to go to the K&B for a nectar ice cream soda. Make this syrup and add it to some seltzer water with a giant scoop of vanilla ice cream! I think you'll love it, a different ice cream soda.

• Ready In: 11 mins
• Yields: 1 pint

Ingredients

• 3  cups sugar
• 1 1⁄2 cups water
• 1  tablespoon pure vanilla extract
• 2  tablespoons  almond extract
• 1⁄2 teaspoon  red food coloring

Directions

1. Bring sugar and water to a boil over medium heat.
2. Let boil about 10 seconds and remove from the heat, let it cool.
3. Add vanilla, almond extract, and coloring, stir well.
4. Keep in the refrigerator.