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Rosemary simple syrup in a small glass bottle with a gold lid and a sprig of rosemary sitting on top.
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Rosemary Simple Syrup

The addition of a few rosemary sprigs adds a fragrant and woodsy dimension to basic simple syrup. Made with honey, this rosemary simple syrup has some serious character and depth. Use it to sweeten your lemonade, iced tea, or to make an irresistible cocktail...like the Rosemary Lemon Drop. 
Keyword easy
Cook Time 5 minutes
Steeping Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 1 cup

Equipment

  • small saucepan
  • small bottle or jar with a lid (to store)

Ingredients

  • ½ cup honey
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 or 3 sprigs fresh rosemary

Instructions

  • Place the honey and water in a small saucepan.
  • Warm the mixture over medium low heat, stirring until the honey has dissolved. This will only take about 5 minutes or so.
  • Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the rosemary sprigs.
  • Allow the mixture to steep (and cool) for about an hour. Then remove the rosemary sprigs.
  • Pour the rosemary simple syrup into a small bottle or jar with a lid and store for up to about a month in the refrigerator.