Lavender Simple Syrup Recipe
This easy lavender syrup is made with culinary lavender, sugar, and water for a lightly floral simple syrup that’s perfect for coffee, tea, lemonade, cocktails, mocktails, and desserts.
Servings: 24
Cost: $5
Equipment
- saucepan
- whisk
- measuring cup
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup dried culinary lavender buds
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- Optional: 1–2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Add the lavender, sugar, and water to a small saucepan.
- Heat over medium heat, stirring often, until the sugar has completely dissolved and the mixture just comes to a gentle boil.
- Turn off the heat, cover, and steep for 20 minutes.
- Strain through a fine mesh sieve into a clean jar or bottle. Discard the lavender buds.
- If using lemon juice, stir it into the strained syrup.
- Cool completely, cover, and refrigerate.
Notes
- Store lavender syrup in a clean airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
- Use 1–2 tablespoons per drink, or more to taste.
- For a brighter flavor, stir in 1–2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice after straining.
- Freeze in ice cube trays for longer storage.
- Use culinary lavender only. Decorative lavender may be too bitter or may not be food-safe.
Nutrition
Calories: 17kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 1mg | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 7IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 1mg