Jamaica Sunrise Soda

Directions

1. In a small saucepan, combine sugar, lemon juice and 1 cup water.
2. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Using a candy thermometer, see that the mixture reaches 240°F.
3. In a separate medium saucepan, bring 2 1/2 cups water to a boil.
4. Remove from heat and add the hibiscus, orange zest and ginger.
5. Cover and allow to steep for 30-40 minutes.
6. Once the steeped flavor base has cooled, strain out the particulates and add the liquid and the orange juice to the invert sugar syrup. Mix well.
7. Add 2 oz (1/4 cup) syrup to 6 oz (3/4 cup) carbonated water and mix gently for a finished soda.