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Imitation Lemon Juice (Citric or tartaric acid ounces)

Citric or tartaric acid, 24 ounces; gum, ½ ounce; pieces of fresh lemon peel, 1/4 ounce loaf sugar, 2 ounces; boiling water, 1 quart; macerate with occasional agitation till cold, and strain. Excellent.

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