Lavender Simple Syrup

Lavender syrup is a brilliant way to add a floral flavor with a touch of sweetness to a variety of beverages. It’s easy and inexpensive to make at home and fills your kitchen with a garden-fresh fragrance. Lavender syrup will add an aromatic sweetness to cocktails such as the lavender martini, lavender Sapphire Collins, or lavender lemon drop martini. You can also drizzle some into your tea or lemonade for a floral twist, or simply top with seltzer for a homemade lavender soda.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups water
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons dried lavender blossoms

Directions:

1. Bring ingredients to a boil in saucepan, stirring so that the sugar dissolves. Reduce heat and continue stirring until all the sugar has dissolved.
2. Remove from heat and let steep for 30 minutes.
3. Remove lavender blossoms and allow syrup to cool.
4. Store in an airtight container and keep refrigerated.