SODA WATER SYRUPS.
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Syrups not made from fruits may have a little gum Arabic added to produce a rich froth when the soda water is put into it.
Simple Syrups.
To 8 pounds fine white sugar add two quarts water, whites of two eggs (or isinglass dissolved in hot water) stir until sugar is dissolved, let simmer for 3 minutes, skim, and strain through fine flannel.
Soda syrups may be produced from this, by adding the different flavors wanted.
Soda Water Foam.
Water 1½ pints
White Sugar 4 ozs.
Salicylic Acid 1 drachm
Whites of 4 eggs.
Beat the whites of the eggs into the water, dissolve in the sugar and acid.
Directions.—Add one ounce of this to each pint of syrup.