Lilac Simple Syrup
This lilac simple syrup is a sweet and gorgeously floral beverage and desert flavoring that is perfect for lattes, teas, lemonade, cocktails and more! This syrup recipe is particularly great for flower lovers, because it calls for the very seasonal and prized lilac flowers, which are easily identifiable and often grown organically.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup fresh lilac OR ⅓ cup dried lilac
- 1 tablespoon honey or lilac honey
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over medium/high heat, heat the water, sugar, and lilac petals until it comes to a simmer.
Stir to dissolve the sugar and continue simmering gently for 5 minutes, reduce heat and let simmer on low for an additional 5 minutes.
Remove from heat and let the liquid cool.
Lastly, strain into a jar (with an airtight lid)
Notes
Can I add this syrup to coffee?
Lilac yrup is beautiful in a strong espresso with rich cream. Simply add a tiny bit of syrup and see if it suits your taste buds. Add more as desired. Visit our lavender latte recipe or lavender iced coffee recipe for inspiration, just swap lavender syrup for lilac!
How long does simple syrup last for?
Sugar is used in cooking as a preservative— think jams and jellies, which are also called preserves. So simple syrups have a decent shelf life, when prepared and stored properly: made with very hot water and stored in a sterile container in the refrigerator. A 1:1 simple syrup like this one lasts only one month when refrigerated.
How do you store simple syrup?
The recommended way to store simple syrup is to use an airtight container that's been sterilized.
Servings: 16 tablespoons