Homemade Date “Grenadine” Syrup
Add dates + water to a small saucepan and simmer 10–12 minutes until soft.
Blend with pomegranate juice + lemon juice until smooth.
Strain through a fine mesh sieve for a smooth syrup and chill.
To make the Shirley Temples
Ice
1–2 tablespoons date syrup per glass
Lemon-lime soda or sparkling water
Bing or Maraschino cherries + lime or orange slices for garnish
Fill glasses with ice, add date syrup, and top with soda or sparkling water.
Garnish with cherries and citrus, and enjoy
Optional: add a splash of vodka for a fun date-night version
*While Medjool dates are high in natural sugars, they are low on the glycemic index thanks to a balanced amount of soluble fiber. The complex carbohydrates found in Medjool dates are digested at a slower rate, making them a source of dietary fiber and releasing energy to the body over a longer period of time.
