Campari Jelly

Directions

1. 1
   Make simple syrup: Place sugar in a saucepan, add 2/3 cup water, bring to a simmer and cook just until sugar dissolves.
2. 2
   Allow to cool to room temperature.
3. 3
   In a bowl, mix Campari and simple syrup.
4. 4
   Place gelatin in a small metal bowl or 1-cup metal measuring cup and pour 1/4 cup Campari mixture over it to soften it.
5. 5
   When gelatin is soft, place bowl or cup in a shallow pan with simmering water below rim of bowl or cup.
6. 6
   Simmer until gelatin mixture liquefies.
7. 7
   Slowly whisk liquid gelatin into rest of Campari mixture.
8. 8
   Stir in sparkling water.
9. 9
   If using candies, divide them among 4 4-ounce or 6 3-ounce metal or silicon molds.
10. 10
    Strain Campari mixture into molds.
11. 11
    Refrigerate until firm, at least 4 hours.
12. 12
    Unmold onto dessert plates by first dipping molds in hot water for count of 20.
13. 13
    Return plates to refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
14. 14
    Serve with orange jellies.