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    How to Make Lavender Simple Syrup

    LAST UPDATED: June 20, 2019 PUBLISHED: June 20, 2019 By Pam Greer 10 Comments As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    With only 3 ingredients and a delicious floral flavor this lavender simple syrup is a must make simple syrup!  A pale lavender color and and a gorgeous floral flavor, you'll find so many uses for this lavender syrup.  It's perfect in cocktails, mocktails, tea and even coffee.  

    Bottle of lavender simple syrup in front of a pot of flowers.

    Simple Syrups

    The easiest way to up your cocktail game is with simple syrups.  A simple syrup in it's simplest form is just equal parts water and a sweetener - usually sugar. 

    To change up a simple syrup, you can add herbs, peppers, fruit, the possibilities are endless.  

    When my herb garden is flourishing, I make a thyme simple syrup and rosemary simple syrup.   These add a savory herb component to cocktails, really adding to the complexity. 

    When I want a pretty pink cocktail, like for Mother's Day or Easter, I make a quick batch of hibiscus simple syrup.   It tastes both florally and lemony and turns every cocktail into a lovely shade of pink.

    In the winter, when I want to add warmth and heat to a cocktail, I make gGinger simple syrup.   It's also good in the summer as an extra kick in a gin and tonic, but I especially love it in the winter. 

    Photo showing the three ingredients in lavender simple syrup.

    Ingredients in Lavender Syrup

    Only 3 ingredients are needed to make this delicious lavender infusion! 

    Lavender - I grow lavender in my herb garden, so I just went outside and cut a few stems.  If you need to buy your lavender, you need a food grade lavender - like these Organic Lavender Flower Buds.   If you get a big bag of lavender or your grow your own, be sure and try this Lavender Infused Gin - it is one of the most popular posts on my blog! 

    Sugar - for this infusion, I used white sugar because I wanted to keep the color clear and the lavender flavor front and center.  You can use coconut sugar, raw cane sugar or even honey.  

    Water - I used filtered tap water.

    Photo showing lavender flowers in pot with water and sugar.

    How to Make Lavender Simple Syrup

    Making a simple syrup is so easy!  All you need to do is combine your sugar, water and lavender in a small saucepan.  Over medium heat, bring it to a boil and then turn the heat to low.  

    Let the lavender steep in the water for 10-20 minutes.  Taste to see when it reaches your desired strength.  My lavender was pretty strong and I had plenty of lavender flavor at 15 minutes.  

    Pour the liquid through a fine mesh strainer to strain out the buds.  Let cool to room temperature and store in a lidded bottle in the refrigerator.   It should last in the refrigerator for 2-3 weeks. 

    Note - you'll notice that some lavender simple syrup has more of a lavender color.  I read that some people add blueberries to get more color.  There is also a type of lavender that has deeper blue flowers and those would probably produce a deeper colored syrup.   I was fine with mine being a very pale lavender. 

    Bottle of lavender simple syrup on a porch railing.

    Uses for This Delicious Syrup

    Once you taste how amazing this lavender syrup is, you'll find all kinds of uses for it!  You can use it in almost any cocktail in place of regular simple syrup.  It's also delicious stirred into sparkling water for a summertime lavender soda.  It's great in tea and some people like it in coffee. 

    This also makes a great gift for your cocktail and food loving friends! 

    Try Lavender Simple Syrup in These Cocktails

    Hibiscus Collins

    Grapefruit Mimosa

    Tom Collins

    Vanilla Raspberry Martini

    If you're looking for more infusions (because once you make one, you'll want to make more) be sure and follow my Infusions Recipes Board on Pinterest. 

    Bottle of lavender simple syrup
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    5 from 16 votes

    Lavender Simple Syrup

    You'll find so many uses for this easy and delicious simple syrup! Perfect for cocktails, mocktails, tea and even coffee!
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time 25 minutes minutes
    Servings 16
    Calories 49kcal

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup water
    • 1 cup sugar
    • 2 tablespoons lavender flowers

    Instructions

    • Place all ingredients in a small saucepan and turn heat to medium.
    • Stir until sugar dissolves and mixture comes to a boil.
    • Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10-20 minutes.
    • Strain into a lidded bottle.
    • Store in the refrigerator for 2-3 weeks.

    Notes

    Lavender - use either lavender from your garden or purchased food grade quality lavender buds. 
    Sugar - use white, coconut, raw or even honey. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 49kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 5IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 4mg

     

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    Comments

    1. Toni says

      June 19, 2021 at 5:01 pm

      5 stars
      This so awesome!! Thank you so much for this easy to follow instructions!

      Reply
    2. Chef Dennis says

      June 18, 2021 at 8:16 pm

      5 stars
      This oooks really tasty!

      Reply
    3. Sondra Barker says

      June 18, 2021 at 4:10 pm

      5 stars
      Wow! This lavender simple syrup recipe is so creative and delicious! It adds so much flavor and tasted amazing in my mimosas!

      Reply
    4. Jessica says

      May 11, 2020 at 6:59 pm

      Hi! Sorry I did not notice, does the lavender need to be dried? Or can you just use fresh lavender? Thanks!

      Reply
      • Pam Greer says

        May 11, 2020 at 7:14 pm

        I used fresh. If you are using dried, use about 1/3 less, because the dried flowers are more potent.

        Reply
    5. Odalis says

      March 05, 2020 at 2:11 pm

      5 stars
      Delicious!! Thank you for sharing.

      Reply
    6. Susan says

      June 20, 2019 at 4:16 pm

      5 stars
      Fantastic flavor. What a fun way to impress your friends when they come over for tea.

      Reply
      • Pam Greer says

        June 20, 2019 at 4:40 pm

        Yes it is! It's especially lovely with Earl Grey tea!

        Reply
    7. Christina says

      June 20, 2019 at 3:08 pm

      5 stars
      What a great flavor this adds to whatever you add it to! It's a keeper for sure!

      Reply
      • Pam Greer says

        June 20, 2019 at 3:25 pm

        It really is and it's so simple!

        Reply
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