Basil Simple Syrup
Basil simple syrup is perfect for infusing a fresh, herbaceous flavor into cocktails and mocktails! Here’s how to make it at home.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Rest time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: 3/4 cup 1x
- Category: Essentials
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Syrup
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar*
- 1/2 cup basil leaves, tightly packed
Instructions
- Add the sugar and 1/2 cup water to a small saucepan and heat until a simmer, stirring to dissolve the sugar.
- Remove from the heat and stir in the basil leaves. Steep until syrup is room temperature, about 30 minutes. Remove the basil leaves. Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks; the flavor is better the fresher the syrup.
Notes
*Or double the batch if you have 1 cup basil leaves on hand; this makes enough for an entire pitcher of Basil Lemonade.
Find it online: https://www.acouplecooks.com/basil-simple-syrup/
