Like countless other households, I own one of those make-your-own soda machines.  But while it is a quick and cost effective way to make carbonated beverages, the selection of syrups available is somewhat limited.

As such, I have recently started creating my own custom syrups at home, many of which include grilled or smoked fruits to really make them special.  Below is one of my easiest, yet flavor packed, recipes -- grilled lemon and rosemary soda syrup.