Honey Lavender Syrup

This Honey Lavender Syrup is easy to make and perfect for coffee, tea, cocktails, lemonade, and desserts. It only requires a few minutes and a few ingredients. I love it in an afternoon cup of chamomile tea.

You can even use this homemade honey lavender syrup recipe to add a floral flavor to your favorite desserts.

If you love the flavors of lemon and lavender, these Lavender Lemon Shortbread Cookies are fantastic!

Before You Get Started

• If you aren't using fresh lavender from your garden, make sure to choose culinary lavender so you know it is safe to use.
• Dried lavender gives a stronger flavor than fresh, so you can use less.
• If the honey crystallizes, don't worry, just set the jar into a mug or bowl of hot water to soften it.

Ingredients

• Fresh Lavender - This recipe uses lavender leaves instead of lavender buds for a softer herbal flavor.
• Honey - I use local honey when possible. Any kind of honey is fine. Different types of honey do have different flavors, so it can be fun to try different ones.
• Hot Water - Boiling water is best to steep the lavender in.

How to Make Honey Lavender Syrup

Step One: Add the hot water and chopped lavender to a small glass jar, mug, or bowl. Let the chopped lavender steep in boiling water for at least 10 minutes.

Step Two: Next, strain the lavender from the water with a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth lined strainer.

Step Three: Combine the scented water with the raw honey and stir well. Let it come down to room temperature.

Storage

Store the lavender syrup in a glass jar or airtight container with a lid in the fridge for 1-2 weeks. It has the best flavor after it's rested for a few days.

Variations

• Sugar-Free - If you'd like a sugar-free version, you could try using a sugar-free honey substitute or using keto simple syrup and adding honey extract.
• Other Herbs - You can make this with any type of herbal flavor you enjoy. Rosemary is another popular choice.
• Other Sweeteners - Swap out the honey for maple syrup, agave syrup, or syrup made with cane sugar. To make a lavender simple syrup, just mix one part water with one part sugar and steep the lavender in that.

How can I use lavender syrup?

Coffee & Lattes - I love this lavender honey syrup in a sweet Honey Latte Recipe on a cold day. Or make this simple Lavender Coffee Recipe.

Cocktails - Try a Lavender Martini by using one ounce of syrup to two ounces of vodka. Try adding some to our Virgin Moscow Mule. Sweeten a gin and tonic to taste with some of the syrup. Or use this in a Gold Rush Cocktail.

Ice Cream - Make homemade ice cream, swapping this for the sugar. Or drizzle on top of some vanilla ice cream.

Homemade Soda - Mix two ounces of syrup with six ounces of seltzer. Garnish with a lemon wedge.

Desserts - I haven't tried it yet, but I want to try this in our Honey Cheesecake Recipe.

Common Questions

Which lavender is edible?

Make sure to check because not all of them are edible. The most common edible lavender is Lavandula angustifolia, also known as English lavender. This variety has a milder flavor than other types of lavender.

What does honey lavender syrup taste like?

It is sweet with a light herbal flavor. The lavender is subtle.

How long does lavender syrup last?

Homemade honey lavender syrup will usually last about 1-2 weeks in the refrigerator when stored in a clean airtight jar.

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Originally Published November 28, 2022. Revised and Republished May 22, 2026.