This blueberry simple syrup is so easy to make! It's a combination of water, sugar, and fresh blueberries that can be used in various ways such as cocktails, mocktails, and desserts.
One of my favorite parts of summer is growing homegrown blueberries. They are easy to grow and give us fresh berries all summer long.
This recipe is straight from my garden. We make this simple syrup to flavor things like lemonade, italian sodas and other summer cocktails.
It's really easy to make and will keep in the refrigerator for about a month.
If you like the idea of making flavored simple syrups be sure to check out my other flavors: rhubarb simple syrup, strawberry simple syrup or a mint simple syrup
🫐Ingredients
Simple syrup is made with a 1:1 ratio of water and sugar. Then, add in the fresh fruit to infuse it with more flavor.
Blueberries: Fresh or frozen blueberries can be used to make this syrup. We like to use the berries from our blueberry garden.
Lemon Juice: Adding a little bit of fresh lemon juice helps balance out some of the sweetness.
See full information on ingredients and quantities in the recipe card.
🫕How to Make
Step 1: In a small pot on the stove, add the water and sugar, then warm over medium heat. Stir to help dissolve the sugar.
Step 2: Add in the blueberries and give a good mix. (Image 1).
Step 3: Bring to a boil and reduce down to a simmer. (Image 2).
Step 4: Simmer on the stove for about 20 minutes or until the berries are broken down and the liquid has reduced down
It should be a slightly thicker consistency. Thicker than water but not quite as thick as maple syrup.
Step 5: Add in the fresh lemon juice.
Step 6: Remove from stove and allow to slightly cool.
Step 7: Take a fine mesh strainer over a bowl and strain the juices out. (Image 3 & 4).
Gently move the berries around so all the liquid gets through.
💡Pro Tip: Do not toss the berries! Add them to a fresh lemonade or on top of pancakes.
Store in a glass container in the refrigerator up to a month.
❓Recipe FAQs
Blueberry simple syrup will last up to a month when stored in a glass air tight container in the refrigerator. It can also be frozen to be kept even longer.
Simple syrups are so easy to make at home and often call for simple pantry items and some fresh ingredients.
Simple syrups should have a thin consistency. They do not have a cornstarch or other thickening agent. It such be much thinner than maple syrup.
🍸Other Simple Syrup Recipes
📋Recipe
Blueberry Simple Syrup
Equipment
- Small Pot about 2 quarts
- Glass Bottle
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Water
- 1 Cup Sugar
- 2 Cups Blueberrries
- Juice from half a lemon - about 1 tablespoon.
Instructions
- In a small pot on the stove, add the water and sugar, then warm over medium heat. Stir to help dissolve the sugar.
- Add in the blueberries and give a good mix. Bring to a boil and reduce down to a simmer.
- Simmer on the stove for about 20 minutes or until the berries are broken down and the liquid has reduced down.
- It should be a slightly thicker consistency. Thicker than water but not quite as thick as maple syrup. Add in the fresh lemon juice.
- Remove from stove and allow to slightly cool.
- Take a fine mesh strainer over a bowl and strain the juices out.
- Gently move the berries around so all the liquid gets through. Do not toss the berries! Add them to a fresh lemonade or on top of pancakes.
- Store in a glass bottle or container for up to a month in the refrigerator.
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