Basil Simple Syrup

This easy basil simple syrup uses fresh basil from the garden to create an herbal sweet syrup. It’s perfect for sweetening tea, lemonade, and cocktails!

📝 Ingredients

• 1 cup sugar (See Recipe Notes for dried basil)
• 1 cup loosely packed fresh basil, rinsed
• 1 cup water

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Add sugar, basil, and water to a small pot. Bring to a boil, and then remove from heat.
2. 2Leave the basil leaves in the syrup as it cools for about 15 minutes. Strain out the leaves, and bottle the syrup.
3. 3Store basil simple syrup in a glass jar (or airtight container) in the fridge. Use within a month.