Lavender Fields Forever

26 May

1. Lavender isn’t just for Grandma’s potpourri basket. Flavored simple syrup really is simple. It’s equal parts cold water to white sugar.

2. Grab a small pot, I made a 1 cup to 1 cup for this and added in about 2 heaping Tablespoons of organic, food-grade lavender. (Here is literally a lifetime supply).

3. Let it lightly simmer on the stove for about 30 minutes.

4. Strain out the lavender bits. Let it cool and bottle it up.

5. A paint swatch card and hemp made it look fancy-pants. Make sure to refrigerate, otherwise it will turn into a science project.

Cheaper than a plane ticket to Provence.

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3 Responses to “Lavender Fields Forever”

  1. becomingelizabeth 06/08/2012 at 2:49 am #

    It looks so pretty and professional, like something you’d find in world market! What do you mix the syrup with?? I want to try it!

    • Katie 06/08/2012 at 9:10 am #

      Thanks so much!! I really like mixing it with vodka + lemon juice for a fresh cocktail. I also put a little in to sweeten my earl grey tea.

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    [...] Clockwise from top left: Maple Hot Cocoa from Not Without Salt // Cinnamon Cardamom Honey from Reading My Tea Leaves // Boozy Bacon Jam from Spoon Fork Bacon // Meyer Lemon – Orange Bitters from Whole Living // Vanilla Caramel Liquer from Sabrina Sue // Infused Simple Syrups from DIY Network // Homemade Extracts from Spoon Fork Bacon // Lavender Syrup from What Katie Made [...]

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