Basil Simple Syrup
This easy basil simple syrup uses fresh basil from the garden to create an herbal sweet syrup. It’s perfect for sweetening tea, lemonade, and cocktails!
Servings: 48 people
Calories: 16kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar See Recipe Notes for dried basil
- 1 cup loosely packed fresh basil, rinsed
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Add sugar, basil, and water to a small pot. Bring to a boil, and then remove from heat.
- Leave the basil leaves in the syrup as it cools for about 15 minutes. Strain out the leaves, and bottle the syrup.
- Store basil simple syrup in a glass jar (or airtight container) in the fridge. Use within a month.
Notes
Yields: About 1 cup syrup. Serving size estimates 1 teaspoon per serving.
To Substitute Dried Basil: Make sure the basil is still fragrant. Use about ⅓ cup dried basil instead of 1 cup fresh basil.
Nutrition
Calories: 16kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Sugar: 4g