This Rosemary Simple Syrup recipe is easy to make and keep on hand to add flavor in your kitchen!
Sugar, water, and rosemary are quickly boiled and then steeped to infuse a classic simple syrup with tons of rosemary flavor. It’s simple but yummy!
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The Easiest Flavored Simple Syrup
We love to have family dinners and enjoy wonderful food and drinks. When I was pregnant and not yet sharing the news, I still wanted to join the dinner and fun so I made a delicious rosemary grapefruit mocktail, and this rosemary simple syrup was the star!
- Only 2 simple ingredients: sugar and rosemary
- This recipe is so versatile and the rosemary can be substituted for your favorite flavor!
- Can be kept on hand anytime you want to elevate your cocktail.
Homemade Simple Syrup Ingredients
Equal parts sugar and water are all it takes to make a classic simple syrup.
Rosemary is the star of the show in this flavored syrup. It can be easily swapped to customize the syrup.
Other Simple Syrups Infusion Ideas
Herbs: mint, basil, sage, lavender, cinnamon sticks
Citrus: lemon, lime, orange, grapefruit
Fruits/Veggies: jalapenos, raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, pear, cranberry, ginger
Other: pistachio, almond
How to Make Rosemary Simple Syrup
Simple syrup really is so simple to make!
- Add one part sugar to one part water in a saucepan. Add rosemary and bring to a boil.
- Simmer for 1 minute then remove from heat and allow to steep.
- Strain rosemary and store in a clean jar.
Ways to Use Flavored Simple Syrup
Simple syrup can be used in many different ways. The most obvious way is by adding it to a cocktail (or mocktail!) and my favorite is a rosemary grapefruit mocktail (or turn it into a cocktail by adding gin).
- Swap the lavender simple syrup to make rosemary lemonade.
- Add it as a sweetener to your coffee, latte, or tea
- Poured over cakes or desserts
- Use fruit-flavored simple syrup instead of syrup for breakfast
- Herb infusions can be used as a savory glaze
- Drizzle over a fruit salad
How to Store Simple Syrup
Allow the simple syrup to cool completely before transferring it to a storage container.
Choose a clean, airtight container for storing the syrup. Glass jars or bottles with a tight-fitting lid work well.
Simple syrup typically lasts for about 1 to 2 weeks when stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Rosemary Simple Syrup
Equipment
- saucepan
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup white sugar
- 3-4 fresh rosemary sprigs
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine water, sugar, and rosemary sprigs.
- Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. Simmer covered for 1 minute.
- Remove syrup from heat and allow to steep for 30 minutes.
- Strain out rosemary springs and leaves. Store the syrup in a clean jar in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
This is perfect for cocktails, I used it in place of regular simple syrup and it adds great flavor! Ayla’s mom
So so good to add a twist to your normal cocktails!
This rosemary simple syrup was surprisingly easy to make and so good! It definitely made the rosemary grapefruit cocktail! Who knew infusing simple syrup was so…simple!