lavender simple syrup (a litha activity)
(3 ratings)
So what's a girl to do with a bag of lavender that's never been touched by chemicals? Lavender syrup, that's what! A dash of this to your lemonade (and a few fresh sprigs thrown in just to pretty it up!) gives you an amazing and refreshing drink on a hot summer's day - and it's easy as pie to make! All you need is sugar, water and dried (food grade) lavender.
(3 ratings)
yield
serving(s)
prep time
5 Min
cook time
10 Min
Ingredients For lavender simple syrup (a litha activity)
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1/2 cdried lavender buds
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1 dashsugar
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1 cwater
How To Make lavender simple syrup (a litha activity)
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1put everything in a small pot. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently. -
2When the pot starts to boil, turn down the heat and allow the mix to simmer for 3 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and allow to cool for about 10 minutes. Strain.
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3This creates a very sweet, very lavender tasting syrup with a beautiful lavender color!
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4Store in the refrigerator. Add a teaspoon or two to lemonade to create a delicious lavender flavored lemonade. Add a few fresh sprigs of lavender to gussy it up! Store lavender syrup in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.
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5Other ideas for using lavender syrup: * Drizzle a bit over fresh berries * Add a splash to the bottom of a glass before filling with sparkling wine for a special treat. * Use instead of maple syrup on pancakes or waffles * Add to your favorite vanilla ice cream recipe before putting in the ice cream freezer. * Use to sweeten hot or cold tea * Lavender syrup is said to be great in treating symptoms of the common cold. * Jar it up, add a printed label and give it as gifts! * Leave a bit out as an offering to the fae.
- Last Step: Don't forget to share! Make all your friends drool by posting a picture of your finished recipe on your favorite social network. And don't forget to tag Just A Pinch and include #justapinchrecipes so we can see it too!
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