Why did my syrup crystallize?

The syrup may crystallize if it is heated for too long at too high a temperature. If this happens, heat the syrup on low and add a small amount of water, stirring well, until it loosens up.

Can I make this syrup with another type of tea?

Yes, you can replace the earl grey tea with any type of tea, such as chai tea, green tea, oolong tea or assam tea.

How much syrup should I add to flavor drinks?

It depends on the type of drink, but generally 1 to 2 tablespoons of syrup per cup works well.

Earl Grey Simple Syrup - The Littlest Crumb

Name: Earl Grey Simple Syrup
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: ½ cup water, boiling; 1 Earl Grey tea bag*; ½ cup granulated sugar

Description

This floral earl grey syrup is a unique flavoring for any type of drink. It’s easy to make with a tea bag or loose leaf tea in only 10 minutes.

Ingredients

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½ cup water, boiling
1 Earl Grey tea bag*
½ cup granulated sugar

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Instructions

Steep the tea bag in the boiling water for 5 minutes.
Discard the tea bag and add the water to a small saucepan. Stir in the granulated sugar and heat on medium heat.
Continue to heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar has fully dissolved. Once the sugar has dissolved, remove the saucepan from the stove and let it cool to room temperature before storing.

Notes

*If using loose leaf tea, use 1 tbsp of tea and use a tea strainer to easily remove the leaves.
Storage: Store syrup in an airtight glass container in the fridge for up to 1 to 2 weeks.
Using the syrup: Use this earl grey syrup in any type of drink, such as one of these earl grey cocktails.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Syrup Recipes
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 tbsp
Calories: 49
Sugar: 13g
Sodium: 0mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 13g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg