Sage Simple Syrup

Sage Simple Syrup

Fresh sage steeps into sugar syrup, creating an earthy, aromatic base for cocktails.

Total 45 min Makes 16 oz Calories 49/serving

Dietary

Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Wheat free, Dairy free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher, Kosher for passover, Ashkenazi kosher for passover

This infused syrup pairs equal parts sugar and water with fresh sage leaves, gently simmered to extract their savory, slightly peppery aroma. Use it to sweeten whiskey cocktails, lemonade, or iced tea with a subtle herbal depth. It keeps well refrigerated, making it a handy batch-made ingredient for entertaining.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup fresh sage leaves, lightly packed

Method

  1. Rinse the sage leaves under cool water and pat dry.

  2. Combine the sugar and water in a 6-quart saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar fully dissolves.

  3. Add the sage leaves, bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low and simmer 5 minutes.

  4. Remove the pan from heat and let the sage steep in the syrup as it cools to room temperature.

  5. Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean jar or bottle, discarding the sage leaves.

  6. Cover and refrigerate the syrup until ready to use, up to 3 weeks.

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    Sage Simple Syrup

    This infused syrup pairs equal parts sugar and water with fresh sage leaves, gently simmered to extract their savory, slightly peppery aroma. Use it to sweeten whiskey cocktails, lemonade, or iced tea with a subtle herbal depth. It keeps well refrigerated, making it a handy batch-made ingredient for entertaining.

    45 min 16 oz 49 cal

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup granulated sugar
    • 1 cup water
    • 1 cup fresh sage leaves, lightly packed

    Method

    1. 1

      Rinse the sage leaves under cool water and pat dry.

    2. 2

      Combine the sugar and water in a 6-quart saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar fully dissolves.

    3. 3

      Add the sage leaves, bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low and simmer 5 minutes.

    4. 4

      Remove the pan from heat and let the sage steep in the syrup as it cools to room temperature.

    5. 5

      Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean jar or bottle, discarding the sage leaves.

    6. 6

      Cover and refrigerate the syrup until ready to use, up to 3 weeks.