Blackberry Simple Syrup Recipe
Blackberry simple syrup uses only 3 ingredients - blackberries, water, and sugar - and is super easy to make at home. It's delicious in iced tea, lemonade, margaritas, and so many other drinks!
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup blackberries, fresh or frozen
Instructions
- Bring water to a boil in a small pot over medium heat.
- Add sugar and stir until dissolved.
- Add blackberries. Cook at a gentle boil for 2-3 minutes or until blackberries are soft.
- Remove from heat once the mixture starts to foam and rise up in the pot.
- Using a potato masher, crush the blackberries.
- Allow the mixture to cool for at least 10-15 minutes or until it reaches room temperature.
- Set a fine mesh strainer over a bowl. Pour blackberry mixture through the sieve. Discard solids.
- Pour syrup into an airtight glass container.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
When stored in the refrigerator, your blackberry simple syrup will keep for at least 2 weeks. Discard it as soon as it looks slightly cloudy or you see any change in color.
Serving: 1ounce, Calories: 69kcal, Carbohydrates: 18g, Protein: 0.2g, Fat: 0.1g, Saturated Fat: 0.002g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.03g, Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g, Sodium: 1mg, Potassium: 20mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 17g, Vitamin A: 26IU, Vitamin C: 3mg, Calcium: 4mg, Iron: 0.1mg
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