The Secret to Custom Flavor: Fresh Simple Garden Syrup

Creating a Fresh Simple Garden Syrup is the ultimate way to bottle the seasonal essence of your backyard. By simmering sugar and water with a handful of your favorite botanicals, you create a concentrated. This recipe can transform a basic sparkling water or cocktail into a gourmet experience. When you harvest the mint, basil, or edible flowers for your Fresh Simple Garden Syrup from your Seasonal Garden Kit, you are capturing the peak aromatic oils that make homegrown produce so special.

This is a staple for anyone using the Mixology Garden Kit. Whether you prefer a peppery herb finish or a delicate floral note, your recipe allows you to skip the artificial flavorings found in store-bought options in favor of clean, vibrant, soil-to-sip nutrition.

Ingredients:

• ½ cup herbs, flowers, fruit or combo!
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup organic sugar
• Vodka(optional)

Directions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a saucepan and simmer over medium heat.
2. Stir continuously until the sugar is fully dissolved into your Fresh Simple Garden Syrup base.
3. Turn off the burner and let the mixture cool completely to allow the flavors to steep.
4. Strain the Fresh Simple Garden Syrup using a mesh strainer or cheesecloth to remove solids.
5. Pour the finished syrup into a glass jar with a lid and store it in the fridge.
6. Note: This syrup lasts 1–2 weeks in the fridge. You can add an ounce of vodka to your Fresh Simple Garden Syrup for better preservation or store it in the freezer for longer keeping.