Description
Grapefruit Honey Cheong is a sweet and tangy homemade syrup made from fresh grapefruit, honey, and turbinado sugar. Perfect for adding a citrusy sweetness to teas, cocktails, marinades, or desserts, this syrup captures the vibrant flavors of grapefruit balanced with natural honey and sugar for a delightful homemade treat.
Ingredients
Scale
citrus
- 2 grapefruits
Sweeteners
- 1/2 lb honey
- 1/2 lb turbinado sugar (or white sugar, turbinado recommended for better flavor)
Instructions
- Prepare the Grapefruit: Peel the grapefruits carefully, removing as much of the white pith as possible to reduce bitterness.
- Remove Pulp Membranes and Seeds: Peel off the thin skin/membrane surrounding each grapefruit pulp segment and remove any seeds to ensure a smooth syrup texture.
- Add Sweeteners: Combine the peeled pulp with honey and turbinado sugar. You can use only honey or only sugar if you prefer, but the overall ratio of grapefruit to sweeteners should be 1:1. The recommended split is half honey and half turbinado sugar.
- Mix and Break Up Pulp: Thoroughly mix all ingredients and break apart the grapefruit pulp as much as possible. Wearing gloves, use your hands to squeeze juice from the pulp to speed up the mixing process and maximize flavor extraction.
- Store Properly: Transfer the mixture into a sanitized, airtight glass container. Refrigerate and allow to sit for 1 week before use for optimal flavor development, though it can be used immediately. The syrup will keep refrigerated for up to 3 months.
Notes
- You can adjust the sweetness by changing the amount or ratio of honey and sugar.
- Using turbinado sugar provides a richer flavor compared to white sugar.
- Wear gloves when squeezing the pulp to avoid sticky hands and maintain hygiene.
- For longer storage, make sure the container is airtight and well sanitized.
- This syrup is delicious in hot or iced teas, cocktails, or drizzled over yogurt and desserts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (approx. 40 g)
- Calories: ninety five
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 0.2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
