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How to Make Herb Infused Simple Syrups

Tutorial for how to make herb infused simple syrups. Learn uses for herbal simple syrups and recipes for basil, mint, rosemary, thyme syrup and more.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 96 kcal
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Ingredients
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup sugar
Herbal Flavor Options
  • Choose 1 herb per batch of Simple Syrup:
  • 5 fresh basil sprigs (5-7 inches long), about 1.5 oz.
  • 4 fresh rosemary sprigs (5-7 inches long), about .5 oz.
  • 1 handful fresh mint sprigs, about 1.5 oz.
  • 6 fresh thyme sprigs (3-4 inches long), about .5 oz.
  • 8 bay leaves

Instructions

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  1. Carefully rinse your herbs clean. You will use one type of herb for each batch of simple syrup. Here, I am making three batches - basil, rosemary, and mint.
  2. Bring water to a boil. Add the sugar and whisk into the boiling water. Continue whisking till sugar is dissolved.
  3. Add herb of choice to the syrup. Let it boil for 60 seconds.Remove from heat and let the herbs steep for about 30 minutes as the syrup cools. Use a slotted spoon to remove the herbs from the syrup.
  4. Pour the cooled syrup through a fine mesh strainer or multiple layers of cheesecloth into a glass bottle or jar.
  5. Close the bottle and put a tag on it so you don't forget which flavor syrup you've made.
  6. Store herb infused simple syrup in the refrigerator. Add to your favorite drinks for a sophisticated, herbal essence and added sweetness.

Notes

  • You will also need: Small saucepan, fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth, funnel, 8 ounce glass bottle or jar with tight-fitting lid

Nutrition Information

Calories 96kcal (5%) Carbohydrates 24g (8%) Sodium 1mg (0%) Sugar 24g (48%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 96

% Daily Value*

Calories 96kcal 5%
Carbohydrates 24g 8%
Sodium 1mg 0%
Sugar 24g 48%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.