How to Make Lavender Syrup

Lavender Simple Syrup

3 SIMPLE INGREDIENTS

1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup water
3 tablespoons dried or fresh lavender flowers

EASY DIRECTIONS
 1.  In a deep pot bring the water, sugar and lavender to a simmer.
 2.  Simmer until the sugar is completely dissolved. Turn off heat and let cool.
 3.  Strain to use.

NOTE!
For a stronger flavor refrigerate after cooling, at least over night. The longer the lavender sits in the sugar syrup, the more flavorful it will be.

 USES

Sweetening and Adding Flavors to Teas
Drizzle Over Cakes
Pancake Topping
Ice Cream Topping
Flavor Cakes and Desserts
Flavor Lemonade
Cocktails
Sorbets
Adding Exotic Flavors to Fruit Salads

EXPERIMENT
 Experiment with other flavors, added to, or instead of, lavender.  Suggestions:  star anise, peppermint, vanilla pods and beans, cinnamon bark, red rose buds, and even culinary herbs. 

Keeps in refrigerator for about 4 weeks.