Add all ingredient to a sauce pan. Simmer until cherries are soft about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and mash cooked cherries. Strain liquid. Pour Simple syrup into a mason jar and store in the refrigerator.
Perfect to craft a Valentine inspired mocktail or cocktail. Simply add Cherry Simple Syrup to sparkling water or your favorite spirit and garnish with a fresh cherry and a sprig of mint
For a special treat, the remaining strained cooked cherries are a delicious addition to plain yogurt, or to top vanilla ice cream- Enjoy