This lavender simple syrup is a fresh, floral addition to any recipe! All you need is dried lavender flowers, some sugar and water. It is perfect for flavoring cocktails, mocktails or desserts!
I like using this syrup to make my refreshing Lavender Lemonade or my Lavender Cocktail both of which are perfect for the spring/summer months.
The aroma of this syrup steeping is so calming. It remind me of adding lavender oil to my diffuser before bedtime.
Using lavender syrup in your cooking and mixology takes any average recipe to another level and requires minimal effort!
Why is my lavender syrup bitter?
You may have overheated your lavender flowers. To ensure your syrup does not end up bitter, simmer over low heat for 10 minutes then strain.
Where can I buy lavender flowers?
Some grocery stores will sell them. Whole Foods or on Amazon is typically where I find dried lavender.
🛒 Ingredients
- Lavender Flowers: Dried lavender blossoms can be purchased from Amazon or your local whole foods store. Make sure to look for "culinary lavender" as it's sweeter and less bitter.
- Sugar: Any white granulated sugar works.
How To Make Homemade Lavender Syrup
Making a simple syrup is easy to do. All you need is equal parts water to equal parts sugar. Then mix in your favorite herbs, fruit, flowers, etc.
Step 1: Add water sugar to a saucepan and bring to a boil.
Step 2: Add your dried lavender and simmer over low heat for 15 minutes.
Step 3: Take off heat and strain.
Step 4: Allow to cool and store in the fridge for 7-10 days.
What Can I Use This Syrup For?
Lavender syrup offers a subtle floral sweetness to any recipe. I suggest adding it to the following:
- cocktails/mocktails- balancing sour with sweet is important.
- coffee/tea- sweetens and adds a floral note.
- desserts like cupcakes, cakes, cookies, cheesecake, lemon bars or even ice cream.
Expert Tips
- You want to steep your lavender flowers until it extracts the flavor similar to tea. Do not boil or your syrup will become bitter.
- Use culinary lavender. It is best for cooking with and yields the best flavor.
- If using fresh lavender, use the buds for the best recipe.
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Can I Use Fresh Lavender?
Yes. I recommend using lavender buds rather than bloomed flowers for the best flavor. You can use the stem and leaves as well to extract the most flavor from the plant.
Make sure to wash your lavender well before steeping!
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FAQ's
The color of your syrup depends on the type of lavender you use as well as how long it simmers.
Culinary lavender or any fresly dried lavender buds you may have grown in your own garden. The idea is to not use any flowers with chemicals.
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📖 Recipe
Homemade Lavender Syrup
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons dried lavender
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 cups water
Instructions
- Add the water and sugar to a saucepan and bring to a boil.
- Stir to dissolve the sugar and then turn down the heat to low.
- Add in your dried lavender flowers and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Strain lavender into a heatproof container and let cool.
- Store in the fridge in a sealed container for 7-10 days.
Recipe Notes
- You want to steep your lavender flowers until it extracts the flavor similar to tea. Do not boil or your syrup will become bitter.
- Use culinary lavender. It is best for cooking with and yields the best flavor.
- If using fresh lavender, use the buds for the best recipe.
Sarann
Can you use honey instead of sugar?
Aleka Shunk
Yes! The flavor will be a bit different but you can check out the conversions to see how sweet to make it!