Yes, if you purchase culinary, food grade lavender. This is different than dried flowers or lavender oils which I wouldn't recommend using in food preparation.

What does lavender taste like?

Floral, sweet and slightly herbaceous, sometimes with subtle notes of mint. It's the flavor of spring!

Where do you buy culinary lavender?

I buy it on Amazon (see recipe card for a direct link to the one pictured). You may also be able to find it in some grocery stores like Whole Foods or Natural Grocers.

Lavender Simple Syrup

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Lavender simple syrup can be used seamlessly in cocktails, mocktails or coffee drinks. It's easier to make at home than you think!

Author: Leanne Ray, MS, RDN
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 7 minutes
Yield: 1 cup 1x
Category: Drinks
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

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1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon lavender (culinary or food grade)

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Instructions

Add sugar and water to a small saucepan and heat over medium low until clear, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes.
Add the lavender and remove from heat. Let stand 15 minutes. Remove solids by pouring through a fine mesh strainer. Pour through a coffee filter to remove any remaining tiny particles if needed. Transfer to a glass jar or bottle for storage and refrigerate.

Equipment

culinary lavender

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glass bottle with stopper

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Notes

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Store syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator and use within two weeks.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
Calories: 24 calories
Fat: 0 grams
Carbohydrates: 6 grams
Fiber: 0 grams
Protein: 0 grams

Find it online: https://healthyishappetite.com/lavender-simple-syrup/