Description
This Blackberry Simple Syrup is a vibrant, sweet, and tangy syrup made from fresh blackberries, sugar, water, and a touch of lemon juice. Perfect for brightening drinks, desserts, and cocktails with a natural fruity flavor, this syrup is easy to make and can be stored for up to four weeks.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 lb Blackberries
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 cup Water
- 1 Tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a small saucepan, add the blackberries, granulated sugar, fresh lemon juice, and water. This mixture forms the base of your syrup.
- Cook Mixture: Bring the saucepan to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a low simmer and let it cook for 15 minutes to extract the blackberry flavors and dissolve the sugar completely.
- Strain Syrup: After simmering, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl or container. Use the back of a spoon to press the blackberries, ensuring you extract all the juice and flavor.
- Store Syrup: Pour the strained syrup into an airtight container. Allow it to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate. The syrup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 weeks, ready to sweeten drinks and desserts.
Notes
- Make sure to use fresh or thawed blackberries for the best flavor and color.
- The syrup can be diluted with water or sparkling water to make refreshing blackberry lemonade or soda.
- Store the syrup refrigerated and always use a clean spoon to avoid contamination.
- You can adjust the sugar amount to your taste preference, adding more for a sweeter syrup or less for a tarter flavor.
- Leftover blackberry pulp can be used in smoothies or baking to reduce waste.
- Prep Time: 4 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sauce/Syrup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
