Basil Simple Syrup

Fresh basil leaves are steeped in sugar and water to create a sweet herbal syrup to flavor summer’s most refreshing cocktails, mocktails, lemonades, and frozen treats. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.

Step: 1

Combine water, sugar, and basil leaves in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. Simmer for 1 minute. Remove from heat and let syrup steep, about 30 minutes.

Step: 2

Pour syrup into a sterilized glass jar through a mesh strainer to remove basil leaves; let cool.

Per Serving: 98 calories; protein 0.2g; carbohydrates 25.1g; sodium 1.1mg.

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