Tea Simple Syrup
This three ingredient tea simple syrup is a great addition to beverages, desserts and more. All it takes is equal parts water to sugar plus tea leaves.
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup white sugar
- 4 teabags or 4 teaspoons loose leaf tea
Instructions
- 1. In a small saucepan, heat water. The temperature the water should reach will be determined by what type of tea you use here.
- 2. Remove from heat and add in your tea bags or loose leaf tea. Steep for 5 minutes.
- 3. Once the tea is done steeping, remove the tea bags or strain the loose leaves. Return saucepan to stove and bring to a slow boil.
- 4. Stir the sugar into the tea until is has completely dissolved.
- 5. Remove from heat. Let stand at room temperature until cool, about 1 hour, before bottling and refrigerating.
Notes
Tea simple syrup will slightly thicken as it cools. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 month in the refrigerator.
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