Basil Simple Syrup
With just 3 ingredients, this Basil Simple Syrup is easy to make and a great way to add herbal flavor and sweetness to any drink or cocktail recipe.
Servings: 4 1 ounce servings
Calories: 97kcal
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup basil, fresh packed
Instructions
- Add water, sugar, and basil to a small saucepan.
- Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar completely.
- Simmer for 1 minute longer.
- Remove from heat.
- Let basil steep in the syrup for 30 minutes, then remove.
- Let cool to room temperature.
- Store in an air-tight container in the fridge for about a week.
Notes
- If the basil flavor still isn't strong enough for you after making this simple syrup, muddle a few extra basil leaves directly to your cocktail.
- This same base recipe can create different kinds of herb simple syrups. Swap out the basil for thyme, mint or rosemary.
- If you are worried about any small pieces of leaves in your syrup, you can use a fine strainer to get them out before putting it in your storage container.
- This recipe is easy to scale up and because it needs to be made ahead of time is great for a party bar!
Nutrition
Serving: 1ounce | Calories: 97kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 9mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 158IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 1mg
