Earl Grey Syrup

This recipe for Earl Grey Syrup is a beautifully floral, citrusy syrup infused with bergamot-scented Earl Grey tea. It's perfect for elevating your lattes, cocktails, or even baked goods.

Course Condiment

Cuisine American, Canadian

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Total Time 10

Servings

Calories 102kcal

Author Michelle

Ingredients

½ C water
2 Earl Grey tea bags or 2 tablespoon looseleaf tea
½ C granulated sugar
½ teaspoon earl grey extract or vanilla extract (for a London Fog syrup)
⅛ teaspoon culinary bergamot oil

Instructions

In a small saucepan, bring water to a gentle boil.
Remove from heat and add in the Earl Grey tea.
Let it steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on how strong you want the flavor.
Remove the tea bags or strain out the looseleaf tea.
Add in the sugar, and return to the saucepan to medium heat, stirring until sugar is fully dissolved.
Cook the syrup for 2-3 minutes, or until slightly thickened, then remove from heat.
Add in the earl grey extract and bergamot oil, if using, and let cool.
Transfer the cooled syrup to a clean, sterilized jar or bottle.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

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