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Bitter Lemons is an autobiographical work by writer Lawrence Durrell, describing the three years (1953–1956) he spent on the island of Cyprus. The book was awarded the Duff Cooper Prize for 1957, the second year the prize was awarded.
May 16, 2024 · Bitter lemon is an interesting, tart variation of tonic water. Typically tonic water is a carbonated beverage with a mixture of sweetener, caffeine, and quinine. When lemon juice is added to this mix, the drink becomes bitter lemon.
Cut the lemons into pieces, put in a saucepan with the water and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat and simmer gently for 10-15 minutes, until the fruit is soft. Add the sugar and stir until dissolved.
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Jun 25, 2019 · Bitter lemons. by. Durrell, Lawrence. Publication date. 1964. Topics. Cyprus -- Politics and government, Cyprus -- Social life and customs. Publisher. London : Faber and Faber.
Bitter lemon is a bitter lemon flavoured soft drink. Its signature taste is a result of inherently bitter lemon pith being reinforced by the bitter alkaloid quinine. The principal difference between tonic water and bitter lemon is the lemon juice, pith, and peel.
Feb 18, 2024 · Bitter lemon is a carbonated soft drink that combines the tartness of lemon with a bitter note, creating a unique and refreshing flavor profile. It is known for its distinctive bitter taste, which sets it apart from traditional lemon-flavored beverages.
Jan 5, 2009 · In Bitter Lemons, Durrell tells the perceptive, often humorous, story of his experiences on Cyprus between 1953 and 1956-first as a visitor, then as a householder and teacher, and finally as Press Advisor to a government coping with armed rebellion.
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