Looking for a way to add a touch of floral sweetness to your drinks? Purple lavender simple syrup is a great and perfect solution. This homemade syrup is a great addition to cocktails and lemonade or even as a drizzle over desserts, infusing everything with a fragrant and vibrant floral flavor.
I was on a quest to find the perfect drink to add a little flair to my evening, and lavender seemed like the perfect touch. After a few attempts, I created my own lavender simple syrup, and it was magic in a jar. Now, I use it for everything from sweetening iced teas to adding a little elegance to mocktails, it’s like a secret ingredient I can’t live without.
Syrup for Your Drinks
This purple lavender simple syrup is the perfect addition to any drink, turning your ordinary beverages into something extraordinary. Its delicate lavender flavor adds a subtle, floral twist to everything from teas to mocktails. Just a little bit of this syrup can take your drink game to the next level.
Why Choose to Have a Homemade Lavender Syrup Recipe
Making your own lavender syrup means you can control the sweetness and flavor, ensuring it’s just the way you like it. Store-bought syrups can be overly sweet or filled with artificial ingredients, but a homemade version lets you enjoy a pure, natural taste. A fun, easy project that fills your home with a calming floral scent.
Other Ways to Use Lavender Syrup
Lavender syrup isn’t just for drinks; you can drizzle it over desserts like no-bake cheesecake cups, ice cream, or fruit like homemade dried raspberries for a delightful twist. It’s also fantastic for adding to homemade lemonade or mixing into yogurt for a unique treat. With its flexibility, this syrup can be used in many ways like having it with some brioche bread.
Your Easy-Peasy Guide for Homemade Lavender Simple Syrup
Create a fragrant homemade lavender simple syrup with just a few ingredients. Perfect for sweetening drinks, desserts, or even cocktails, this syrup adds a lovely floral touch to any recipe.
Kitchen Must-Haves
- Saucepan: The saucepan is used to heat the water and sugar to create the simple syrup. It gives even heat distribution for the perfect consistency.
- Strainer: Filter out the lavender buds from the syrup, leaving you with a smooth, fragrant liquid. It makes sure that no particles remain in your syrup.
- Whisk: A whisk is great for stirring the sugar and water together, helping to dissolve the sugar evenly. It also helps to mix in the lavender evenly for a balanced infusion.
- Measuring Cups: Measuring cups allow you to get the right proportions of water and sugar for the syrup. They ensure consistency every time you make the simple syrup.
Grab these Ingredients
- Sugar (or sweetener): Sugar or your preferred sweetener is the base for the syrup. It dissolves in water, creating a sweetened liquid that complements the lavender.
- Water: The base for the syrup, allowing the sugar to dissolve and infuse with the lavender. It’s the perfect medium for making simple syrup.
- Lavender Culinary: Culinary lavender provides the fragrant, floral notes for the syrup. It infuses the water with its calming, aromatic flavor.
- Xanthan Gum: Xanthan gum helps thicken the syrup slightly, giving it a smooth texture. It also helps the syrup maintain its consistency when cooled.
*Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.
Step-by-Step Procedure to Make Lavender Simple Syrup
First: Syrup Ingredients Prep
Prepare all the ingredients you’ll need, including lavender, sweetener, water, and xanthan gum. Measure everything out before starting for a smooth and quick process. Having everything ready will make the cooking easier.
Second: Dissolve the Sweetener
Heat a saucepan over medium heat, and add water and your chosen sweetener. Stir the mixture with a whisk until the sweetener fully dissolves into the water. You can adjust the amount of water based on how much syrup you’d like to make.
Third: Infuse the Lavender
Once the sweetener is dissolved, add three tablespoons of lavender to the pot. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 15 minutes, allowing the lavender to infuse its flavor into the syrup. After simmering, strain out the lavender buds, leaving half of them behind for extra flavor.
Fourth: Thicken and Color the Syrup
Add a small amount of xanthan gum to thicken the syrup and one tablespoon of fresh lavender to enhance its color. Stir the mixture until the xanthan gum fully dissolves. Turn off the heat and let the syrup steep for 30 more minutes with a close lid for maximum flavor.
Handy Tips for Tasty Wins:
- Purple lavender simple syrup adds a floral twist to any beverage, from iced teas to cocktails.
- Experiment with the sweetness to match your preference—more sugar for a sweeter syrup, less for a lighter taste.
- Store the syrup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks.
- Use the syrup to drizzle over desserts like cakes, fruit, or even pancakes for a special touch.
- You can adjust the lavender flavor by using more or less of the flowers based on how intense you want the taste.
Your Questions, My Answers
What are the Pairings to Try with Lavender Syrup?
Lavender syrup pairs wonderfully with lemonade, homemade lavender-infused tea, and sparkling water for a refreshing twist. You can also add it to cocktails like gin or vodka-based drinks for an aromatic flavor. It’s great as a topping for desserts, such as cupcakes with icing or fruit salads, bringing out a unique, sweet floral note.
Place your lavender syrup in an airtight container or bottle and keep it in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh for up to two weeks, so you can enjoy it throughout the month. Be sure to check for any changes in color or scent as it nears the end of its freshness.
How to Freeze Syrup?
Freezing lavender syrup is easy and convenient for long-term storage. Simply pour the syrup into ice cube trays and freeze, then transfer the cubes to a zip-lock bag. When you’re ready to use it, just thaw or drop a cube into your drink for instant lavender flavor.
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Purple Lavender Simple Syrup
Ingredients
- 1/2 Cup Sugar or sweetener
- 1/2 Cup Water
- 4 Tablespoons Lavender Culinary
- 1/2 Teaspoon Xanthan Gum
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Instructions
- Measure out lavender, sweetener, water, and xanthan gum before starting. Having everything ready makes cooking smoother and faster.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine water and sweetener. Stir until the sweetener fully dissolves and the mixture turns clear.
- Add lavender and simmer on low for 15 minutes to release flavor. Strain most buds out but leave a few for a stronger aroma.
- Mix in xanthan gum and a spoon of fresh lavender, stirring until smooth. Cover and steep for 30 minutes to finish infusing.
Notes
- Purple lavender simple syrup adds a floral twist to any beverage, from iced teas to cocktails.
- Experiment with the sweetness to match your preference—more sugar for a sweeter syrup, less for a lighter taste.
- Store the syrup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks.
- Use the syrup to drizzle over desserts like cakes, fruit, or even pancakes for a special touch.
- You can adjust the lavender flavor by using more or less of the flowers based on how intense you want the taste.
Nutrition
Disclaimer
Please note that nutrient values are estimates only. Variations can occur due to product availability and manner of food preparation. Nutrition may vary based on methods of origin, preparation, freshness of ingredients, and other factors.
add syrup to desserts
Add lavender syrup to desserts for a light, floral twist that feels unique but still easy to enjoy. Drizzle it over cakes, mix into whipped cream, spoon over fruit, or swirl into ice cream to imrpove simple sweets.
