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Lavender Syrup

Lavender Simple Syrup

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This Lavender Simple Syrup is so easy, but it brings such a magical, spring-like vibe to anything you add it to. Whether you're sweetening tea, making cocktails, or baking something special, this syrup will add a beautiful, unexpected twist.
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Course Sauce
Calories 48 kcal
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Steep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes

Equipment

  • Small Saucepan
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden Spoon or Silicone Spatula
  • fine mesh strainer
  • Glass Jar or Bottle with Lid

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup organic sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 4 tbsp dried lavender

Instructions
 

  • In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, combine 1 cup water and 1 cup sugar and stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
    1 cup water, 1 cup organic sugar
  • Once sugar is dissolved, remove from heat stir in 4 tbsp dried lavender.
    4 tbsp dried lavender
  • Let the lavender steep for 30 minutes (or longer for a stronger flavor). The lavender flavor will build the longer it steeps.
  • Once your desired flavor is reached, strain lavender from simple syrup using a fine mesh strainer.
  • Store the syrup in a sealed airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 10 days.

More About This Recipe

Kitchen Tools You’ll Need

  • Small Saucepan – To heat and dissolve the sugar and water.
  • Measuring Cups & Spoons – For accurate syrup and lavender ratios.
  • Wooden Spoon or Silicone Spatula – To stir the syrup as it heats.
  • Fine Mesh Strainer – Essential for removing the steeped lavender.
  • Glass Jar or Bottle with Lid – For storing your syrup in the fridge.

Tips for the Best Lavender Syrup

  • Use culinary-grade dried lavender – You want lavender that’s safe for consumption and pesticide-free.
  • Let it steep longer for stronger flavor – Try up to an hour if you want a deeper floral taste.
  • Strain well – A fine mesh sieve works best to catch all the little buds.
  • Store it right – Keep it in a sealed glass container in the fridge to keep it fresh and fragrant.
  • Taste before straining – This helps you decide if you want it more floral or slightly milder.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tbspCalories: 48kcalCarbohydrates: 12gSugar: 12g
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