This three-ingredient lavender syrup is about to make your tastebuds visit tastebud heaven. The flavor of this lavender simple syrup is like high-end cuisine meets warmth and comfort. Use this simple syrup recipe to add to your favorite drinks or find a new way to enjoy it every single day.
Bring the water, sugar, and lavender to a soft boil in a small saucepan. Stir frequently to dissolve the sugar. Reduce and simmer for about 10-15 minutes.
After about 10-15 minutes, remove from the heat. Or, if wanted to have a thicker syrup, keep simmering for just a couple of minutes longer.
Allow the syrup to cool, then strain out the lavender.
Once cool, pour the syrup into a glass container with a tight-fitting lid and store it in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
FUN FACT: If lemon juice is added, the color turns pink. This is a great way to add a pretty coloring to iced teas or lemonades or to top ice cream and yogurt.
When choosing lavender, use lavender flowers that have not opened and flowered. The lavender buds should be fully purple but still tightly wrapped - this will give you the best aroma and flavor.
If you steep lavender longer, it will become more intense, and it will develop a deeper purple color.
Make sure that fresh lavender is organic and has not been sprayed with pesticides, so it is safe to consume.
Add a bit of citrus juice white boiling to prevent crystalization of the sugar once the syrup is ready (just 1-2 tbsp).
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