This blueberry lavender syrup recipe is the perfect balance of floral and fruity, making it an easy way to upgrade everything from mocktails to pancakes. Unlike store-bought syrups loaded with artificial flavors, this homemade version uses real ingredients for a rich, natural taste.
Plus, it’s simple to make with just a handful of ingredients, and you can store it in the fridge for weeks. Whether you're drizzling it over desserts or mixing it into a cocktail, this syrup brings a unique twist to your kitchen that you’ll want to make again and again.
Recipe at a Glance
- Best For: Elevating drinks, desserts, and breakfast dishes with a gourmet twist.
- Flavor Profile: Sweet, floral, and slightly tart with a rich blueberry base and aromatic lavender notes.
- Uses: Perfect for cocktails, mocktails, drizzling over pancakes, waffles, yogurt, ice cream, or mixing into lemonades and teas.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Difficulty Level: Easy – requires minimal ingredients and simple stovetop cooking.
- Key Ingredients: Fresh or frozen blueberries, dried culinary lavender, sugar, water, and lemon juice.
- Storage: Keeps in the fridge for up to 2 weeks in an airtight container.
What is Blueberry Lavender Syrup?
Blueberry lavender syrup is a homemade simple syrup infused with the rich sweetness of blueberries and the floral essence of lavender. It’s a versatile ingredient that can be used in cocktails, lemonades, teas, desserts, and even breakfast dishes like pancakes and waffles. The deep purple color makes it as visually stunning as it is delicious.
Expert Tips for Making Lavender Syrup
- Adjust Sweetness to Taste: If you like a thicker, sweeter syrup, let it simmer a little longer or add extra sugar.
- Use Culinary Lavender: Not all lavender is created equal. Make sure you’re using culinary-grade lavender to avoid any soapy or overpowering flavors.
- Fresh or Frozen Blueberries Work: Don’t worry if blueberries aren’t in season—frozen ones work just as well and release their juices beautifully.
- Strain for a Smooth Texture: If you prefer a clear syrup, strain out all solids using a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth.
How to Use This Lavender Syrup Recipe
This syrup is incredibly versatile! Here are just a few ways to use it:
Other Recipes to Try
Looking for more ways to use blueberries? Try these recipes:
- Blueberry Lemonade – Refreshing, tart, and naturally sweetened with fresh fruit.
- Blueberry Lavender Shortcakes – A delightful twist on a classic summer dessert.
- Blueberry Millet Muffins (Gluten-Free) – A wholesome, hearty muffin perfect for breakfast or snacking.
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PrintBlueberry Lavender Fizz
This drink is great as a mocktail, but if you want to make it a cocktail simply add 1 ounce of vodka or coconut rum.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 30 min
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 drinks 1x
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mocktails
Ingredients
To make the blueberry lavender syrup
- 4 cups fresh blueberries
- 1 cup water
- ½ cup sugar
- juice of 1 lemon
- 4-6 1-2 inch sprigs of lavender
To make a drink
ice
¼ cup blueberry lavender syrup
1 lime wedge
sparkling water or club soda
Garnish with lime wheels or blueberries if desired
Instructions
To make the blueberry lavender syrup
- Combine the blueberries, water, and sugar in a heavy bottomed sauce pan. Crush the berries with a potato masher then add the lemon juice and lavender to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat then reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally until the liquid has reduced and the mixture has thickened.
- Place a fine mesh strainer over a large bowl and pour the blueberry mixture into the strainer. Gently press on the solids with a spatula to extract all of the syrup then discard the solids. Allow the syrup to cool then store in the refrigerator for up to a week.
To make a drink
- Fill a tall glass with ice.
- Add ¼ cup of the blueberry lavender syrup, squeeze in the lime wedge, and fill to the top of the glass with sparkling water. Garnish with lime wheels or blueberries if desired.
Kayla says
How much dried lavender would you use in the syrup?
meg@thismessisours says
Hi Kayla, a sprig is usually equal to a 1/2 tsp of buds. So you will need 2 tsp. I hope that helps.
Amicia Leonard says
I made the blueberry lavender and mixed it with ginger beer. It’s my new go to! I absolutely love it!
Sarah says
Could you use dried lavender buds?
thismess says
Yes!
Anonymous says
How much dried lavender would you use? 2-3 tbsp?
Summer Dickerhoof says
4-6 1-2 inch sprigs
peafur says
Drink looks so good !
thismess says
thank you!
mobiim says
Love this blueberry lavender version!
thismess says
Thank you!!
healthy meals planned for the days says
Great idea for summer drinks, thank you
Diana says
Drink looks so good but how do you make the lavender blueberry syrup?
Meg says
Oh my goodness Diana, thanks so much for pointing that out. I have no idea what happened there! I have added the instructions back into the recipe.
Katie | Healthy Seasonal Recipes says
I simply love that it is coconut rum that you used for this cocktail. As if there would be another choice? I say no. Perfection!
Meg says
Katie, I am totally with you. Coconut rum is one of my favorites:)
Angela {Mind Over Batter} says
I am OBSESSED with soda syrups! I have right now no less than 7 soda syrups in my fridge. Love this blueberry lavender version!
Meg says
Me too Angela!!! I love that I can make them without having to use one of those soda stream machines too. Just a little syrup, some club soda,and ice. It doesn't get much better than that!