Cilantro Lime Simple Syrup

Ingredients

• 0.25 c sugar (try with cane or raw sugar)
• 0.25 water
• 1 lime's worth of zest
• ~14 g fresh cilantro, bottom stems separated from leaves (see above)

Protocol

1. Mix sugar, water, and lime zest in saucepan over medium heat, stir until all sugar dissolves. 
2. Add cilantro stems and simmer for 3 minutes.
3. Remove pan from heat, let sit for 5 minutes.
4. Add leafy stems and let sit for an additional 5 minutes.
5. Strain, let it come to room temperature, then store in fridge.

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Try this cocktail: 1.5 oz Rum + 0.5 oz Cilantro Lime Syrup + 0.5 lime of juice + Ice + Cilantro Garnish