Can I use dried lilacs instead of fresh?

Oh honey, I wish! Fresh blossoms give that incredible floral punch that dried just can't match. Dried lilacs work in a pinch, but you'll need twice as many and the flavor won't be as bright. Trust me - wait for fresh blooms!

How long does the syrup really last?

In the fridge, about 2 weeks if you don't drink it all first (no judgment!). The lemon juice helps preserve it. If you see any mold or smell anything funky - toss it. But honestly? Mine never lasts that long!

My syrup turned out too thin - what went wrong?

Probably didn't simmer long enough after adding sugar. Next time, let it bubble gently until it coats the back of a spoon. Too thick? Just stir in a tablespoon of warm water at a time until it's perfect.

Can I make this with other flowers?

Absolutely! The same method works beautifully with violets, roses, or elderflowers. Just avoid toxic flowers like lily of the valley. Pro tip: stronger-scented flowers make the best syrups.

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A delightful homemade lilac syrup that captures the floral essence of spring. Perfect for cocktails, desserts, or drizzling over pancakes.

Author: Sophia Collins
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 1 hour 25 mins
Yield: 2 cups 1x
Category: Condiment
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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2 cups fresh lilac blossoms (lightly packed)
2 cups water
2 cups granulated sugar
1 tbsp lemon juice

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Instructions

Rinse lilac blossoms gently to remove dirt or insects.
Bring water to a boil in a saucepan.
Add lilac blossoms, remove from heat, and steep for 1 hour.
Strain the liquid into a clean saucepan, discarding blossoms.
Add sugar and lemon juice, then simmer for 10 minutes until sugar dissolves.
Cool and store in a sterilized jar.

Notes

Use pesticide-free lilacs.
Store syrup in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Adjust sugar to taste.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 tbsp
Calories: 50
Sugar: 13g
Sodium: 0mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 13g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg

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