Thyme Simple Syrup

Thyme Simple Syrup

Fresh thyme steeped into sugar syrup makes a herbal sweetener for cocktails and lemonade.

Total 40 min Makes 16 oz Calories 25/serving

Dietary

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

Equal parts sugar and water simmer briefly with fresh thyme sprigs, infusing the syrup with an earthy, slightly peppery aroma. Strain and chill for a versatile sweetener that brightens cocktails, iced tea, or roasted fruit.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 8 fresh thyme sprigs

Method

  1. Rinse the thyme sprigs under cold water and pat dry.

  2. Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves completely.

  3. Add the thyme sprigs, bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes to infuse.

  4. Remove from heat and let the syrup steep with the thyme sprigs for 15 minutes to deepen the flavor.

  5. Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean jar or bottle, discarding the spent thyme sprigs.

  6. Let the syrup cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

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    Thyme Simple Syrup

    Equal parts sugar and water simmer briefly with fresh thyme sprigs, infusing the syrup with an earthy, slightly peppery aroma. Strain and chill for a versatile sweetener that brightens cocktails, iced tea, or roasted fruit.

    40 min 16 oz 25 cal

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup granulated sugar
    • 1 cup water
    • 8 fresh thyme sprigs

    Method

    1. 1

      Rinse the thyme sprigs under cold water and pat dry.

    2. 2

      Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves completely.

    3. 3

      Add the thyme sprigs, bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes to infuse.

    4. 4

      Remove from heat and let the syrup steep with the thyme sprigs for 15 minutes to deepen the flavor.

    5. 5

      Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean jar or bottle, discarding the spent thyme sprigs.

    6. 6

      Let the syrup cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate until ready to use.