Blackberry Simple Syrup Recipe

This Blackberry Simple Syrup Recipe is a delicious and versatile syrup that can be used to add a burst of flavor to classic cocktails, mocktails, desserts, and more.

WHY I LOVE THIS TASTY BLACKBERRY SYRUP

• You will love using this blackberry syrup for drinks. Add to ice tea, a fancy gin fizz, or a big glass of fresh squeezed lemonade.
• You can make simple syrup in less than 30 minutes.
• It's so easy! If you can boil water you can make this recipe.
• Blackberry syrup can last, sealed in the refrigerator, for up to 4 weeks.

SIMPLE INGREDIENTS

• Fresh Blackberries - I love to use the fresh berries. Frozen will work, but during the peak of blackberry season I'm always going to use fresh.
• Granulated Sugar - The secret to any simple syrup is the sugar.
• Water
• Fresh Lemon Juice - The lemon juice brightens the syrup.

HOW TO MAKE SIMPLE BLACKBERRY SYRUP

Step 1: In a small saucepan, over medium heat, add 1 lb blackberries, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice, and 1 cup of water.

Step 2: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to a low simmer for 15 minutes. When the sugar dissolves you'll be on your way!

Step 3: Strain syrup through a fine mesh sieve and press the blackberries with the back of a wooden spoon to help release all the juices.  A potato masher works great too. Discard solids or save them and add them to a smoothie!

Step 4: Cool syrup and pour the syrup into an airtight container. 

VARIATIONS

• You can use the same recipe to make a simple syrup with no fruit but eliminating the blackberries.
• Create a mixed berry simple syrup recipe by changing up the type of fruit you use. Try a blueberry, raspberry and blackberry combination.

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WAYS TO USE THIS SYRUP

There are so many ways to use this blackberry simple syrup recipe!  Here are a few of my favorites:

• Use this blackberry syrup for cocktails or mocktails or iced tea. I especially like it for blackberry mojito.
• The perfect way to use this syrup is to use it to place of maple syrup on pancakes and waffles.
• Drizzle it over yogurt or oatmeal.
• Use it as a fruit dip or fruit syrup.
• Drizzle over a fresh fruit salad.
• Add it to club soda, soda water or seltzer for a delicious blackberry soda.
• It's delicious over vanilla ice cream.
• Use it has a cheese cake enhancer.
• Drizzle over angel food cake.
• Make Blackberry Lemonade using the syrup.
• Blackberry margarita's are great way to use this syrup.
• Add a couple teaspoons to hot tea.

What is your favorite way to use simple syrup? Let us know in the comments below!

WANT TO STORE THIS FOR LATER? HERE HOW:

To store: Cool syrup to room temperature, then pour the syrup into an airtight container and store it in the fridge for up to 4 weeks. I like to use a mason jar.

To freeze:  Pour the syrup into ice cube trays and freeze. Once frozen, transfer the cubes to a freezer-safe bag or container. The syrup will last for up to 6 months in the freezer. Make sure you use a freezer-safe container.

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