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Basil Simple Syrup
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Basil Simple Syrup

Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Cooling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings 1.5 cups

Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves, packed

Instructions

  • Combine sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  • Bring to a simmer, stirring the mixture until the sugar has dissolved.
  • Add the basil leaves and simmer for 1 minute.
  • Remove the syrup from the heat, cover the pot and allow the syrup to steep for 10 minutes.
  • Pour the syrup through a fine mesh strainer into a clean jar.
  • Seal the jar with a tight-fitting lid. and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature.
  • Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
  • Chill completely before mixing into cocktails.