Homemade Lavender Syrup | The Secret to Coffee Shop-Quality Drinks!

granulated sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness while brown sugar provides a caramel flavor.

dried lavender buds

💰Cheaper: fresh lavender

Fresh lavender can be used if dried is not available.

lemon juice

💰Cheaper: citric acid

Citric acid can provide acidity without the need for fresh lemons.

vanilla extract

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla essence is a more affordable option with similar flavor.

Add 1 cup of water to a small saucepan.

Add 1 cup of granulated sugar to the saucepan.

Add 2 tablespoons of dried culinary lavender to the saucepan.

Stir the mixture to combine.

Set the stove top to medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring to dissolve the sugar.

Once the mixture reaches a gentle boil, turn off the stove and remove the saucepan from heat.

Add 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract to the saucepan and mix everything together.

Let the mixture sit for 15 minutes to steep and infuse the flavors.

Pour the syrup through a fine mesh strainer to remove the lavender buds, being careful to avoid spills.

Bottle the syrup in an airtight container, using a swing top bottle if preferred.

Store the syrup in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 weeks.

Cooking Techniques

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