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    Lavender Simple Syrup

    Published: Apr 20, 2022 · Modified: May 13, 2022 by Aleka Shunk · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    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!

    Lavender simple syrup on table with lavender leaves.

    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! 

    Contents hide
    1 Ingredients
    2 How To Make Homemade Lavender Syrup
    3 What Can I Use This Syrup For?
    4 Expert Tips
    5 Can I Use Fresh Lavender?
    5.1 Recipes that would work well with lavender syrup:
    6 FAQ's
    7 Homemade Lavender Syrup
    7.1 Ingredients
    7.2 Instructions
    7.3 Recipe Notes

    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.
    Lavender flowers and syrup on table with sugar.

    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.
    • desserts like cupcakes, cakes, cookies, 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.
    Bottle of lavender simple syrup on table with dried lavender buds.

    🍸Looking for more cocktails? Check out this list of the top 15 most popular cocktails!

    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!

    Recipes that would work well with lavender syrup:

    The Perfect Gin Aperol Sour Cocktail

    Passion Fruit Vodka Martini Cocktail (With Puree)

    Large Batch Margarita Pitchers Recipe (14 People)

    FAQ's

    Why is my lavender syrup a different color?

    The color of your syrup depends on the type of lavender you use as well as how long it simmers.

    What is the best type of lavender to use?

    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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    Lavender simple syrup on table with flowers.

    Homemade Lavender Syrup

    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 drinks or desserts!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Course: Dessert, Drinks
    Prep Time: 2 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Cooling Time: 1 hour
    Total Time: 1 hour 17 minutes
    Calories:
    Author: Aleka Shunk

    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 15 minutes.
    • Strain lavender into a heatproof container and let cool.
    • Store in the fridge in a sealed container for 7-10 days.

    Recipe Notes

    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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