"Tropical Enjoyment: DIY Surinamese Cola Syrup - Recipe Inside"

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Stevia reduces calories while brown sugar offers a similar flavor.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla bean provides a natural flavor, while essence is more affordable.

citric acid

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice is natural and adds flavor, while vinegar is cost-effective.

caramel

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: honey

Maple syrup offers sweetness with fewer additives, while honey is often cheaper.

Bring 1 liter of water to a boil.

Gradually add 1 kg of sugar and stir until dissolved.

Add lemon grass and let it simmer for 10 minutes.

Let the mixture cool for 2 hours.

Mix in citric acid.

Pour the mixture into a carafe or sterilized bottle.

Cooking Techniques

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