This recipe for Jasmine Tea Syrup is a delicately floral syrup infused with jasmine green tea and jasmine extract, perfect for adding a fragrant touch to your drinks, cakes, or baked goods.
1tablespoonloose leaf jasmine green teaor 1 jasmine tea bag
1tablespoondried jasmine flowers
½Cgranulated sugar
½Cboiled water
¼teaspoonjasmine extractoptional, or vanilla extract if you wish
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine the green tea, jasmine flowers, and sugar.
Add boiled water and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
Let the syrup simmer for a few minutes minutes to slightly thicken, then remove from heat and cool completely. Stir in jasmine extract, if using.
Strain the cooled syrup through a sieve into a clean, sterilized bottle or jar. Use the back of a spoon to press firmly to extract all the syrup. (Discard the tea leaves and flowers).