JAPANESE CALPIS YOGURT-FLAVORED DRINK

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What is available in Japan is called Calpico, It is sold in a dark bottle. The syrup preserves well in the refrigerator. Make sure you shake the bottle each time you use it in order to thoroughly mix contents and there's no sediment.

Provided by Stella Mae

Categories     Beverages

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pint plain yogurt
2 1/2 cups sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons citric acid, powder (if you're using lemons, you'll need a lot of lemons to get the strong acidity needed. the result is) or 9 tablespoons lemon juice (if you're using lemons, you'll need a lot of lemons to get the strong acidity needed. the result is)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Mix in a double boiler the yogurt and the sugar.
  • Heat the mixture while constantly stirring for about 15 minutes at 160 degrees F to 175 degrees F. Never let it boil!
  • When the syrup is at room temperature, add the citric acid powder and vanilla extract.
  • For serving, dilute the syrup with 3 or 4 times more of water or club soda (carbonated water) to your taste. Serve with ice.
  • Note: If you buy Calpico, don't mix it using the instructions on the bottle! The recommended proportions are much too strong, and it would be best to cut the amount in half.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.8, Fat 2, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 8, Sodium 28.9, Carbohydrate 65.4, Sugar 65.3, Protein 2.1

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