DIY Floral Simple Syrups + Cocktails for Spring
Springtime is in full swing. Flowers are blooming, days are rainy, days are full of sunshine + it is DEFINITELY getting warmer. Rain or shine, we are all for celebrating these longer, warmer days with a refreshing Spring Cocktail.
One of our favorite Purely ways to enjoy cocktails is to FIRST make our own simple syrups. That way we can control the amount of sugar and the ingredients used. Because let’s be real a lot of cocktails can be huge sugar-bombs, and it all starts with the syrup.
If a DIY syrup sounds intimidating, don’t worry; we’ve got you covered with 3 DIY Floral Syrup recipes that make being your own bartender so so simple. And to make use of all the homemade syrups you’ll have, we also have 3 Spring Cocktail recipes for you!
THE SYRUPS
Hibiscus Lemongrass Syrup
Yield: Approximately 2 cups
1 cup water
1 cup light honey
4 tbsp dried hibiscus flowers or 2 tbsp hibiscus tea blend
2 tbsp sliced lemongrass root
In a medium saucepan combine all ingredients and heat to a low simmer. Stir and let simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes. Let cool slightly, strain, and pour into a jar or bottle of your choice. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Rose Syrup
Yield: Approximately 2 cups
1 cup water
1 cup light honey
1/2 cup rose water
1/2 cup rose petals (optional- but will give the syrup a pretty pink hue)
In a medium saucepan combine all ingredients and heat to a low simmer. Stir and let simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes. Let cool slightly, strain, and pour into a jar or bottle of your choice. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Lavender Syrup
Yield: Approximately 2 cups
1 cup water
1 cup light honey
4-5 tbsp dried lavender buds
In a medium saucepan combine all ingredients and heat to a low simmer. Stir and let simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes. Let cool slightly, strain, and pour into a jar or bottle of your choice. Refrigerate until ready to use.