Herbal notes of green tea steeped in a sugar and water combination to make this easy 3 ingredient green tea simple syrup. It adds a light tea flavor to drinks and desserts.
There’s something about green tea that has always felt grounding to me. I remember the first time I really paid attention to its flavor was on a rainy fall afternoon, sitting by a fogged-up window with a steaming cup in hand. It wasn’t just the warmth of the tea; it was the subtle sweetness and earthy aroma that made the moment feel calm and unhurried. That quiet memory is what inspired me to capture those same notes in a simple syrup. If you are looking for other syrup recipes that denotes fall flavour like this cinnamon and brown sugar syrup and apple brown sugar syrup.
This recipe is straightforward, but the result is anything but ordinary. By steeping green tea in a classic sugar and water base, you get a syrup that’s lightly sweet with a hint of tea’s floral, grassy character. It’s an easy way to elevate drinks or desserts without a lot of effort.
Ingredients
1 cup water
1 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons loose leaf green tea (or 2 bags, if that’s what you have)
How to make green tea simple syrup
- Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture just begins to simmer.
- Take the pan off the heat and add the green tea. Let it steep for about 3 to 5 minutes. Taste as you go, because the longer it sits, the stronger and more herbal it becomes.
- Strain out the tea leaves, or remove the bags, and let the syrup cool completely.
- Pour into a clean jar or bottle and keep it in the fridge for up to two weeks.
Serving ideas
- Add a spoonful to iced green tea for an extra layer of flavor.
- Stir it into lemonade or sparkling water for a refreshing twist.
- Brush it over sponge cakes to keep them moist and fragrant.
- Drizzle it over fresh fruit, especially peaches and berries.
Green Tea Simple Syrup
Capture the calming flavor of green tea in a sweet, versatile syrup. Perfect for adding a subtle twist to iced teas, lemonades, cakes, and fruit, this green tea infused simple syrup is simple to make and even easier to enjoy.
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons loose leaf green tea (or 2 tea bags)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine the water and sugar. Heat over medium until the sugar fully dissolves and the mixture comes to a gentle simmer.
- Remove from heat and add the green tea. Let it steep for 3 to 5 minutes, tasting for strength.
- Strain out the leaves (or remove the bags). Allow the syrup to cool completely.
- Store in a clean jar or bottle in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
Choice of tea: Loose leaf tea usually gives a cleaner, more nuanced flavor than bagged tea, but either will work. If using bags, go for a good quality green tea without added flavorings.
Steeping time: Three minutes will give you a light, delicate syrup, while five minutes makes it stronger and slightly more herbal. Beyond that, it can become a bit bitter.
Storage: Keep refrigerated in a sealed jar or bottle. It should stay fresh for about two weeks. If it starts to look cloudy, it’s best to make a new batch.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 97Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 1mgCarbohydrates: 25gFiber: 0gSugar: 25gProtein: 0g
Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy only and should be construed as an estimate rather than a guarantee. Ingredients can vary and Kitchen On The Avenue makes no guarantees to the accuracy of this information.
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