Berry Syrup

Directions

1. 1
   Mash the fruits together and let them stand in a warm place for a day. Strain the juice and pour it into a nonreactive pan, adding 4 cups of sugar for each 2 1/2 cups of liquid. Heat and stir liquid until sugar has dissolved. Cool the syrup. Skim off any floating scum, and then pour it into tightly capped bottles.
2. 2
   Syrup will keep in the fridge for up to a month, but after the bottle is opened, it must be used within two weeks. Add it to seltzer for a fresh and natural Italian soda. Drizzle it over ice cream and other desserts for a one-two punch of flavor.