Rose Geranium Syrup

A lovely geranium syrup for drinks or over ice cream.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Yields: 2 1/2 cups

Ingredients

• 2 1⁄2 cups water
• 2  cups sugar
• 1⁄2 cup  rose-scented geranium leaves

Directions

1. Place water and sugar in a deep saucepan; stir until dissolved.
2. Boil 5 minutes without stirring.
3. Remove from heat, add rose geranium leaves, cover, and steep 10 minutes.
4. Strain syrup into a clean pan and boil for 30 seconds.
5. Remove From heat.
6. Add a few drops of red coloring and pour into sterilized jars.