This was a first for me. But it turned out lovely, has great floral notes, but not overpowering and the color is so pretty.
Ingredients
- 4 cups lilac florets flowers removed from stem and green
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups sugar granulated
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
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Gather lilac flowers and remove the blossom from the stems and any green, as they can turn the syrup bitter.
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Wash blossoms under cold water and shake to remove any excess
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In pot add florets and water.
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Bring to boil and reduce heat and let simmer for 5 minutes
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Cover and let steep for several hours.
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Afte steeping strain florets out with fine mesh sieve pressing the petals against the sieve to remove any moisture.
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Return liquid to pan and add sugar, bring to boil and let gently boil for about 5 minutes.
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Remove from heat and let cool.
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Add lemon juice to preserve and brighten color.
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Enjoy in iced tea, lemonade, or over pancakes!
Recipe Notes
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