Dried Lavender Simple Syrup (for cocktails & coffee!)
Making lavender simple syrup with dried lavender buds is very easy to do and makes a delicious addition to coffee drinks, cocktails, and mocktails! It has a delicate floral flavor, that pairs especially well with lemon and honey.
Yield: 1 cup
Ingredients
- 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (8 ounces) water
- 2 1/2 tablespoons (3 grams) dried lavender (culinary grade)
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Add sugar, water, and lavender buds to a sauce pot.
- Over medium heat, bring to a boil. Turn down to a simmer, and cook for 8 minutes. Then remove pot from heat and let it sit for 20 minutes.
- Use a fine mesh strainer to drain the syrup into a vessel that has a pourable spout. Gently press down on the buds to get all the flavor out.
- Whisk lemon juice into the finished syrup, then pour into the container you'll store it in and refrigerate. One of my favorite ways to use it is in this 5-Minute Lavender Iced Latte!
Notes
*Depending on the variety of your lavender and the age of it, your syrup be more clear/cream colored rather than purple. Once you have strained the syrup, you can stir in a tiny bit of natural food coloring; 1 drop of blue and 1 drop of red will give it a purple tint if you prefer. This is what I do!
*Simple syrup typically lasts for about one month when stored properly in a sealed container in the refrigerator. Make sure your bottle is completely clean before adding the syrup to ensure it stays fresh. If you notice any signs of spoilage, discard the simple syrup.
*If you're looking for another tasty addition to your coffee and cocktails, my Vanilla Bean Simple Syrup is a must-make. You can make coffee shop lattes at home without all the junk.
