Instructions

1. Combine the 2 parts black raspberries and 1 part of water in a medium saucepan. You need 2 cups of raspberries to make 2 1/2 cups of syrup.

2. Cook the mixture over medium heat on the stove top for approximately 4 minutes, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon. The blackberries will break down and release their juices.

3. Add 1 part cold water and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to the mixture. Bring the mixture to a boil. Next, reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Skim off any foamy bubbles that form on top of the mixture.

4. Pour the mixture through a strainer lined with cheesecloth into a bowl. Press on the fruit to squeeze out any leftover juice.

5. Pour the strained liquid back in the pan. Stir in 1 part sugar. Boil the syrup for 2 minutes.

6. Remove the saucepan from the heat, and allow the syrup to cool. Transfer the cooled syrup to a container with a tight seal, and store it in the refrigerator.