Lemon Syrup

Easy concentrated zesty, tart, sweet, and fresh lemon syrup is perfect for summer baking, fresh lemonade, and cocktails.

Why We Love Making Lemon Syrup

• Customizable: Use it as is or sweeten it by adding more sugar.
• Easy to make: Just slice the lemons, add sugar, and let it sit. Super simple!
• Uses: It’s perfect for making all types of beverages including cocktails.

Only 2 Ingredients

• 3 lemons
• ½ cup granulated sugar

Let’s Make Lemon Syrup

1. Slice lemons and add them to a medium-sized, non-metal bowl.
2. Stir in the sugar to coat all the lemons.
3. Set aside for 4 hours, stirring every hour.
4. Remove all lemon slices, squeezing out any excess juice into the bowl.
5. Strain the juice through a fine mesh sieve.
6. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 weeks.

Krazy Kitchen Mom Recipe Ideas

Lemonade Using Lemon Syrup

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons lemon syrup
• 1 cup cold water
• Ice cubes
• Lemon slices for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a glass, combine the lemon syrup and cold water.
2. Stir until well mixed.
3. Add ice cubes and garnish with lemon slices.
4. Enjoy a refreshing homemade lemonade.

Lemon Drop Cocktail With Lemon Syrup

Ingredients:

• 2 oz vodka
• 1 oz lemon syrup
• 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice (optional for extra tartness)
• 1/2 oz triple sec (or orange liqueur)
• Ice
• Sugar (for rimming the glass)
• Lemon twist or slice (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Glass: Start by rimming your glass with sugar. To do this, rub a lemon wedge around the rim of the glass, then dip it into a plate of sugar to coat the rim.
2. Mix the Drink: In a cocktail shaker, combine the vodka, lemon syrup, fresh lemon juice (if using), and triple sec. Fill the shaker with ice.
3. Shake: Shake well for about 15 seconds to chill the mixture and combine the ingredients.
4. Strain: Strain the mixture into your prepared sugar-rimmed glass. You can use a martini glass or any glass of your choice.
5. Garnish: Garnish with a lemon twist or a lemon slice on the rim of the glass.

Lemon Syrup-Infused Tea

Ingredients:

• 1-2 teaspoons lemon syrup (adjust to taste)
• 1 cup hot tea (black, green, or herbal)
• Lemon slice or mint leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Brew your tea according to the instructions on the package.
2. Stir in the lemon syrup to taste.
3. Garnish with a lemon slice or a few mint leaves.