Rosemary Simple Syrup
This rosemary simple syrup recipe is deliciously flavored and so easy to make. With its herbal spin, it’s a wonderful addition to many cocktails and other cold drinks.
A flavored simple syrup like this is a great way to concentrate a taste. Rosemary pairs well with blueberry and citrus flavors, like this Salty Dog Cocktail.
The ratio of sugar to water in simple syrup is equal parts water and sugar, and a basic syrup like this can be flavored in all sorts of ways!Why not try this elderflower version next!
Ingredients
Here is a rundown of what you will need for the rosemary syrup.
- Granulated sugar. This recipe uses white sugar. You could use brown sugar or raw sugar too but this will bring more color to the syrup and slightly change the taste.
- Water
- Fresh rosemary sprigs – I don’t recommend using dried as the taste of dried rosemary is quite different to fresh.
See the recipe card for quantities.
Here’s how it’s done!
- Combine sugar, water and rosemary sprigs.
- Simmer until the sugar dissolves.
- Steep for 30 minutes
- Strain
Ways to use this rosemary simple syrup
- Add it to rosemary cocktails, like a rosemary gimlet or blueberry rosemary drop.
- Add to iced tea to give it a herbal twist.
- Use this sweet syrup in mocktail recipes, too, to bring rosemary flavor. Simply add it to club soda or lemonade.
Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Yield: 1 cup
Rosemary Simple Syrup
This rosemary simple syrup recipe is deliciously flavored and so easy to make.
Prep Time
5 minutes
Total Time
5 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- 4-5 sprigs fresh rosemary
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan combine sugar, water and rosemary sprigs and place it over medium heat. Let it come to a simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
- Once the sugar has dissolved, turn off the heat and let the rosemary steep in the syrup for around 30 minutes.
- Balance a wire-mesh strainer over a bowl and pour through the syrup to remove the rosemary. To get the syrup extra clear, next pour it through a cheesecloth of coffee filter.
- Let it cool down to room temperature, then pour it into an airtight container. Store the simple syrup in the fridge for up to 2 weeks
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
25Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 31Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 1mgCarbohydrates: 8gFiber: 0gSugar: 8gProtein: 0g
