Happy Hanukkah!
Everyone at Syfo Beverages would like to wish you a happy and healthy Hanukkah. For years now, Syfo has been a part of traditional family gatherings during this joyous time and we appreciate your support over the years.
Happy Holidays!
Everyone at Syfo Beverages would like to wish all of our friends and customers a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! We appreciate your support this year and every year and are proud to be a part of your holiday celebrations and traditions.
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Continuing our holiday tradition, here are three delicious sparkling water drink recipes for Christmas and Hanukkah.
Glow Water
Ingredients:
4 1/2 cups of Syfo Original Seltzer
1 cucumber, cut into 1/2″ rounds
3 sprigs mint
1 lemon, thinly sliced
1 peach, sliced
Ginger, skin removed and sliced into round
1 cinnamon stick
3 strawberries, halved plus 1 lime, thinly sliced
Preparation:
Combine seltzer water with the ingredients of your choice. Stir (and muddle, if desired) your ingredients to release more flavor. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator until ready to drink.
Acknowledgement: Photo and recipe from https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a54179/glow-water-recipe/
Cranberry Pomegranate Bellini
Ingredients:
For the syrup:
1/2 cup unsweetened 100% cranberry juice
1/2 cup unsweetened 100% pomegranate juice
1 cup sugar
For each Bellini:
1 ounce simple syrup
3 to 4 ounces Syfo Original Seltzer
Squeeze of fresh lime juice
Whole cranberries and slices of lime for garnish, optional
Preparation:
TO MAKE SIMPLE SYRUP:
In a small pot, stir together fruit juices and sugar.
Set pot over medium-high heat and bring to a boil.
Turn to low and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring until sugar completely dissolves.Pour syrup in a jar and cool completely. Store in refrigerator until ready to use.
TO MAKE A BELLINI:
Pour 1 ounce of cranberry-pomegranate simple syrup into a champagne flute. Top with 3 to 4 ounces of Prosecco. Squeeze a wedge of lime into the bellini. For a garnish, use a toothpick to skewer a whole cranberry and half slice of lime, if desired.
Notes:
If your cranberry and/or pomegranate juice is already sweetened, reduce the amount of sugar in the simple syrup to 1/2 cup.
Acknowledgement: Photo and recipe from https://www.fivehearthome.com/cranberry-pomegranate-bellinis-with-lime/
Sparkling Pear Hanukkah Sangria
Ingredients:
1 (750-milliliter) bottle prosecco, cava, or other dry white sparkling wine, chilled
1 1/2 cups pear liqueur, chilled
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (from 1 to 2 lemons)
3 medium green pears, such as D’Anjou or Bartlett, cored and thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups Syfo Peach Pear Naturally Flavored Sparkling Water
Ice (optional)
Preparation:
Combine the prosecco, pear liqueur, lemon juice, and pear slices in a large pitcher. Top with the seltzer. Pour into glasses with or without ice.
Notes:
Pear liqueur substitution: Use St. Germain elderflower liqueur if pear liqueur is unavailable.
Acknowledgement: Photo and Recipe from https://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-sparkling-pear-hanukkah-sangria-252498
Celebrate Hanukkah with Syfo Beverages this holiday season. In addition to being one of the healthiest beverages on the market, the Syfo is certified Kosher by the largest and most widely respected Kashruth agency — the Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations of America. Syfo is sold at all Publix Super Markets throughout the Southeast, Winn-Dixie in Florida and many independent grocers throughout the region.
Try these delicious and festive drink recipes to enjoy during Hanukkah this year.
Manischewitz Spritzer
This is an adaptation of a recipe that we found on the Manischewitz website:
INGREDIENTS:
- 1½ cup of mixed frozen berries
- Syfo Kosher Wild Cherry Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Water
- Manischewitz Blackberry Wine
PREPARATION:
In a large pitcher, mix 1 part of Syfo Sparkling Water and 1 part Manischewitz Blackberry Wine. Mix in frozen fruit and add in ice if needed. Enjoy!
Adult Hanukkah Beverage
This recipe is a variation of the many blue-themed drink recipes that are common for Hanukkah:
INGREDIENTS:
- Blue Curacao Liqueur
- Syfo Kosher Lemon-Lime Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Water
- Ice
- Citrus Flavored Vodka
PREPARATION:
Mix 2 parts of Syfo Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Water, 1 part Blue Curacao and 1 part citrus vodka, with ice. Stir gently in a glass and drink up!
Non Alcoholic Hanukkah Blue Beverage
Here’s a blue recipe for the kids!
INGREDIENTS:
- Blue Raspberry Kool-Aid
- Syfo Kosher Lemon-Lime Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Water
- Ice
- White Grape Juice
PREPARATION:
Combine 1 part Kool-Aid, 1 part white grape juice and 1 part Syfo Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Water. Pour over ice and of course serve with a blue bendy straw.
Honey Hanukkah Punch
A tasty but not too sweet punch, adapted from a recipe on Liquors.com
INGREDIENTS:
- Dark Rum or Light Rum
- Fresh Lime Juice
- Honey Syrup (two parts honey, 1 part water)
- Syfo Kosher Lemon-Lime Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Water
PREPARATION:
Combine 2 part rum, 2 parts Syfo Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Water, 1 part lime juice and desired amount of honey syrup. Mix gently and pour over ice in a glass. Sprinkle a bit of ground nutmeg for garnish, if desired
Rosemary Gin Cocktail
From ahealthylifeforme.com, here’s a refreshing gin cocktail that’s perfect for Hanukkah and includes a homemade rosemary syrup.
INGREDIENTS:
For the rosemary syrup:
- 1/4 cup ground Rosemary1/2 cup water1/2 cup of sugar
For the cocktail:
- 1 and 1/2 oz of Gin (we used Saphire)
- 3/4 oz Rosemary syrup
- 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice (about 1/2 of a lemon, squeezed)
- Syfo Original Seltzer
- Sprig of Rosemary for garnish
PREPARATION:
Bring the water to a boil, add the sugar and rosemary and stir until the sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat and steep the mixture off heat for 45 minutes.Strain the syrup through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl.Fill glass with ice. Add gin, lemon and Rosemary simple syrup and stir.Top with a splash of Syfo Original Seltzer, stir briefly and garnish with a rosemary sprig.We hope you enjoy these recipes and everyone at Syfo would like to wish you and your family a very Happy Hanukkah.
‘Tis the season to be jolly! Enjoy these sparkling Syfolicious Christmas beverage recipes during the holiday season (and anytime). Wow your guests with these festive and refreshing Christmas beverage concoctions made with Syfo Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Waters. For those who prefer a simpler, no sugar/no alcohol sparkling drink, there is the delicious and refreshing Sparkling Cranberry Grapefruit Punch.
Cranberry- Lime Christmas Punch
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 Cups Fresh Cranberries
- 1 Cup Water
- 1 Cup Sugar
- 6 Cups Chilled Syfo Lemon-Lime Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Water
- ½ Cup of Fresh Lime Juice
- 1.5 Cups of Vodka (optional)
- Lime Slices for Garnish
PREPARATION:
First, combine fresh cranberries, water and sugar in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat for about 8 minutes, or until cranberries begin to pop. Make sure to stir occasionally. Using a strain and glass bowl, pour cranberry mixture through a strainer to remove any solid pieces from the cranberries. Set aside and let cool completely for at least an hour. Once cooled, combine cranberry mixture, sparkling water, lime juice and vodka (optional), in a large pitcher or punch bowl. Pour over ice if desired and garnish with lime slices and fresh cranberries for a red and green festive drink!
Recipe courtesy of MyRecipes.com
Party Pomegranate Fizz
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 oz of Gin
- 1 oz of Pomegranate Liqueur
- Syfo Wild Cherry Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Water
- Pomegranate Seeds for garnish if desired
PREPARATION:
Combine Gin and Pomegranate Liqueur in a shake with ice. Pour over ice and top with Syfo Kosher Wild Cherry Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Water. Garnish with pomegranate seeds if desired.
Recipe courtesy of Yummly.com
White Cranberry Winter Spritzer
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 ¾ Cups of White Cranberry Juice
- 2 Tablespoons of Sugar
- 1 Teaspoon of Chopped Fresh Rosemary
- 12 Mint Leaves
- ¼ Fresh Lime Juice
- 3 Cups of Chilled Syfo Original Seltzer
- 1 ½ Cups of White Rum
- Ice
PREPARATION:
Combine cranberry juice, sugar, rosemary and mint in a small saucepan and bring to boil. Remove pan from heat and allow the mixture to cool completely. Using a strainer and glass bowl, pour cranberry mixture through a strainer to remove any solid pieces. Stir in the lime juice, cover and refrigerate. Once chilled, combine juice mixture, Syfo Original Seltzer, and rum into a large pitcher or punch bowl. Pour over ice and garnish with mint leaves if desired.
Recipe courtesy of MyRecipes.com
Christmas Punch
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 Cups Chilled Pomegranate Juice
- 1 Cup Chilled Cranberry Juice
- 1 Cup of Vodka
- 1 Cup of Orange Liqueur
- 1 Cup Chilled Syfo Lemon-Lime Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Water
- ½ Cup of Fresh Lemon Juice
- ½ Cup of Simple Syrup (water and sugar, heated in a saucepan)
- Ice
PREPARATION:
Combine cranberry juice, pomegranate juice, vodka, orange liqueur, Syfo Lemon-Lime Naturally-Flavored Sparkling Water and simple syrup in a large punch bowl. Pour over ice in glass and garnish with cranberries if desired.
Recipe courtesy of Yummly.com
Sparkling Cranberry-Grapefruit Punch
INGREDIENTS
- 2 Cups of Chilled Cranberry Juice Cocktail
- 3/4 cup Fresh Florida Grapefruit Juice (or any not from concentrate)
- 1 10-ounce Bottle Syfo Naturally Flavored Lemon Lime Sparkling Water
- 2 Cups of Ice cubes
PREPARATION
In a pitcher combine the cranberry and grapefruit juice. Gently stir in the Syfo Naturally-Flavored Lemon-Lime Sparkling Water and add the ice cubes. Garnish with Florida orange or grapefruit wedges (optional). Substitute orange juice for grapefruit juice.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories per serving: 36
- Per serving: 36 Calories; 0g Fat (1% calories from fat); 0g Protein;
- 9g Carbohydrate; 0mg Cholesterol; 1mg Sodium
We hope you enjoy these refreshing holiday beverage recipes and everyone at Syfo Beverages would like to wish you a happy and healthy Holiday Season.
One of our favorite holidays is upon us. Delicious dinner and dessert, family, friends, and good conversation. But with delectable food, a tasty cocktail is a must. Try one of these fall flavored cocktails at your Thanksgiving soirée.
Cyder Bourbon & Honey Punch
Ingredients:
5 ½ cups of apple cider
4 food-grade cinnamon sticks & additional for garnishes
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 large Honeycrisp apples (cut one into wedges and one thinly sliced with a mandolin or knife)
¾ cups of honey
3 ¼ cups of bourbo
1 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice
3 cups of Syfo Original Seltzer
Preparation:
In a medium saucepan, combine apple cider, cinnamon sticks, nutmeg, and apple wedges. Bring mixture to a boil and remove from heat. Let stand for about 20 minutes. Pour cider mixture in a large bowl or carafe, whisking in honey until dissolved. Cover and refrigerate for 3-12 hours. Strain cider mixture and discard solids. Pour bourbon, lemon juice, Syfo Original Seltzer and apple slices, stir gently to combine. Garnish with cinnamon sticks and delight your guests!
Acknowledgement: Photo and recipe from https://www.cookinglight.com/recipes/cider-bourbon-honey-punch
Pomegranate Sangria
Ingredients:
2 oranges
750ml of Spanish red wine
1 ½ cups of pomegranate juice
1/3 cups of orange liqueur
¼ cup of brandy
1 ½ cups of Syfo Original Seltzer
2 tablespoons of lemon juicy
2 tablespoons of sugar
1 large apple (chopped into ¼ inch pieces)
½ cup of pomegranate arils (seeds)
Preparation:
Using one orange, juice orange in to a large pitcher or bowl. Thinly slice the second orange using a mandolin or knife. Combine wine, pomegranate juice, orange liqueur, brandy, lemon juice, and sugar to the pitcher with orange juice. Stir gently and add the apples, orange slices, and pomegranate arils. Refrigerate for 3 hours or overnight, then serve.
Acknowledgement: Photo and recipe from https://www.onceuponachef.com/recipes/pomegranate-sangria.html
Smokey Blackberry Smash
Ingredients:
4 oz blackberrie
1-2 teaspoons fresh rosemary
juice
Half of a lemon
1-2 tablespoons of honey
1 ½ ounces of Mezcal
A few dashes of orange bitters
Syfo Original Seltzer for topping
Preparation:
Combine blackberries, rosemary leaves, lemon juice, and honey in a cocktail shaker. Muddle the ingredients to release the flavors. Add Mezcal and orange bitters to the muddled ingredients, strain solids if desired. Pour the mixture over a glass of ice and top with Syfo Sparkling Water. Garnish with a rosemary sprig and enjoy!
Acknowledgement: Photo and Recipe from https://www.crateandbarrel.com/blog/black-widow-mezcal-cocktail/
Despite the growing body of information that’s been published (including on this site) about the negative effects of sugar on children’s health, a disturbing fact remains: sugar consumption for kids continues to grow.
The trend really started to gather steam in the late eighties (between 1989 and 2008) during which calories from sugary beverages increased by 60% in children ages six to eleven, while the percentage of children consuming them rose from 79% to 91%. Consumption in older children is even more alarming — a study by the Harvard School of Public Health revealed that sugary drinks (soda, energy, sports drinks) are the top calorie source in teens’ diets (226 calories per day), beating out pizza (213 calories per day).
And the problem appears to be getting worse. A 2014 study in California indicated that consumption of sugary drinks increased another 26% over 2009. Since the first version of our post appeared, this study in the British Medical Journal indicates that the trend continues to accelerate through 2018. The potential health implications of this on our kids are many — including obesity, diabetes, dental problems and issues like cardiovascular disease as adults.
So Moms and Dads, it’s time to take a stand and reverse these trends. Syfo can help. Our Original Seltzer and delicious Naturally Flavored Sparkling Waters (Wild Cherry, Tangerine-Orange, Lemon-Lime and Peach-Pear) quench thirst, keep you hydrated and contain no sugar, sodium, preservatives or artificial sweeteners. Plus, with Syfo you can get creative and keep your kids’ taste buds delighted. Click here for a refreshing recipe that the entire family will love .