Homemade Lavender Syrup
A recipe for Homemade Lavender Syrup! Dried lavender buds are steeped in an easy simple syrup for a wonderfully floral addition to coffee, tea, and other drinks.
Servings 2 1/4 cups (530 milliliters)
Ingredients
- 2 cups (400 grams) granulated sugar refined white sugar for a lighter color
- 2 cups (470 milliliters) water
- 1/4 cup (8 grams) dried culinary lavender
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and water.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cook, whisking occasionally, until the sugar is dissolved and the liquid is starting to thicken slightly, 10-15 minutes.
- Remove from heat and add the dried lavender. Cover and allow to steep for 30 minutes.
- Strain the syrup through a fine mesh strainer and discard the lavender buds. Transfer the syrup to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.