Pecan soda

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup toasted pecans
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• A pinch of salt
• 240 ml of sparkling water
• Pecans, for garnish

Preparation:

1. In a saucepan, combine 2.5 cups of water, pecans, maple syrup, brown sugar, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and simmer until the mixture reduces to 3/4 cup, about 40 minutes. Strain and cool completely.
2. Combine 3 tablespoons of syrup and sparkling water in a glass. Garnish with pecans.