I am currently dreaming up exciting ways to use the fruit from my trees before it spoils.

We’ve been left with an abundance of plums, and they are so sweet, I immediately mixed up this Plum Gin Spritz!

Find my simple syrup hack in the recipe below. My favorite part is that you can easily adapt the syrup recipe to whichever fruit you have in abundance.

Mason Jar Spritz

Once you have your syrup mixed and ready, you can use it for coffee, cocktails, or a fun dress-up to your favorite sparkling water.

Simple Syrup is the secret weapon here…

Whether you are mixing up my favorite plum-thyme spritz or using your syrup to dress up your favorite soda water. This multi-use Simple syrup is a great way to extend the life of your cherished fruit and your favorite summer taste.

Mason jar summer spritz with Thyme simple syrup.

Mason Jar Spritz

Muddled or Roasted Plumb Thyme Spritz is fresh, crisp and delicious.
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Prep Time 12 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 118 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Oven/Roaster
  • 1 Strainer

Ingredients
  

Roasted Plum Thyme Simple Syrup

  • 10 Plums
  • 1 Cup Water
  • 1 Cup White Granulated Sugar
  • 1 Sprig Thyme

Plum Gin Spritz

  • 1 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1-2 oz Gin
  • 1/2 oz Roasted Plum Thyme Simple Syrup
  • 8 oz Soda Water

Instructions
 

Simple Syrup Recipe

  • Combine Sugar and Water in a saucepan over medium heat.
  • Bring to boil, stirring regularly until the sugar is dissolved.
  • Allow to cool completely.

Roasted Plum Thyme Simple Syrup

  • Begin by cutting your plums in half and removing the pitted center.
  • Place plums flat onto parchment paper lined baking sheet and place into your oven.
  • Add roasted plums into your cooled simple syrup add Thyme Sprigs. Let cool and sit for a couple hours (or overnight) before straining well.
  • Place Syrup in a jar sealed tight. Store in fridge.

Roasted Plum Simple Syrup Spritz

  • Mix Fresh Lemon Juice, Gin, and Plum Thyme Simple Syrup. Top with soda water and stir.
Keyword cocktails, drinks

Poolside Cocktails

The secret to the perfect roasted plums is…

Once your plums are in the oven, check them every few minutes. Once you notice the plum skins begin to split, they are ready to be removed from the oven. I found roasting in my oven was best, but you could achieve the same roasted deliciousness from your grill.

Fresh fruit Simple Syrup

For the most convenient poolside sip without sacrificing your style, shop these mason jar lids here.

– Victoria