A splash of homemade simple syrup is the easiest way to bring a drink to life. Here you’ll find a mix of seasonal fruit-infused syrups and herb-and-spice blends, made to sweeten and flavor everything from lemonade to cocktails. Whether you’re working with what’s fresh from the garden or reaching for pantry staples, these syrups are simple to make and even easier to keep on hand all season long.
Violets bloom in late April thru early May and are not only one of the first signs of spring, but also one of the first foraged ingredients I gather here in the Hudson Valley. This violet simple syrup captures the floral essence of violet flowers distinct flavor. I use this in everything from violet lemonade…
One of my favorite ingredients is back in season and I have been using rhubarb in everything. Besides eating it for breakfast, this rhubarb simple syrup is perfect to have on hand, when I want to add a punch of color (and bright flavor!) to drinks. Let me know if you tried it in the comments!
Cara cara gin cocktail with rosemary simple syrup is a refreshing, bright combination for a cocktail. Cara cara oranges are less acidic than similarly hued blood oranges and a little sweeter. This citrus and rosemary laced beverage is perfect for lifting the winter blues, gin has natural herbal undertones, that work well with the rosemary…
This recipe for lemongrass and cilantro simple syrup: a herb infused syrup that can be used in many different cocktails, beverages and desserts. Simple syrup is a mix of sugar and water used to sweeten beverages. This syrup works well in cold drinks, as the sugar is dissolved on the stovetop and there is no…
This cardamom simple syrup recipe is a versatile finishing ingredient for cocktails (cardamom old fashioned!), tea, and desserts. Learn how to make this herbal and spicy syrup recipe yourself using fresh green cardamom pods. Cardamom is the third most expensive spice in the world and rightfully so! The pods are aromatic and a little goes…
