Blueberry-Lavender Simple Syrup

Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Servings: 16
Yield: 16 servings

Description

Blueberries and dried lavender buds are used to infused this simple syrup that tastes great as an addition to lemonade, cocktails, or even coffee drinks.

Ingredients

1 cup water
1 cup frozen blueberries
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup honey
1 1/2 tablespoons dried lavender buds

Directions

1 Combine water, blueberries, sugar, and honey in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce temperature to a light simmer. Add in lavender, stir to combine, and simmer for 10 minutes.
2 Let mixture cool for 10 minutes, then strain into a jar using a fine mesh strainer. Use the back of a spoon to mash the berries through the strainer to release juices. Refrigerate for up to 1 month.