Lemongrass Gin Syrup
Delicious in cocktails, lemonade, or drizzled over fruit. The botanicals used in gin create an interesting background flavour.
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Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 97kcal
Cost: £5.00
Equipment
- 1 Cutting Board and Cooks Knife
- 1 Small Pot & Wooden Spoon
- 1 Strainer
- 1 Cocktail Shaker
Ingredients
Lemongrass Gin Syrup
- 2 each Stalks Lemongrass Chopped
- 150 g Sugar ¾ Cup
- 150 ml Water ⅔ Cup
- 30 ml Gin 2 Tbsp
Lemongrass Gin Fizz
- 50 ml Gin
- 20 ml Lemongrass Gin Syrup
- 20 ml Fresh Lime Juice
- Soda Water To top up.
- 1 each Lemongrass Stalk & Lime Wheels To garnish
Instructions
To Make Gin Lemongrass Syrup
- Bruise and chop the lemongrass (smack with the back of a knife to release the oils).
- Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan and bring to a simmer.
- Add the lemongrass and simmer gently for 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat, stir in the gin, and steep for another 10 minutes.
- Strain through a fine sieve or muslin. Cool completely.
- Store in a sealed jar or bottle in the fridge for up to 1 week.
To Make Lemongrass Gin Fizz
- Shakethe gin, syrup, and lime juice with ice.
- Strain into an ice-filled highball glass. Top with sparkling water.
- Garnish with a bruised lemongrass stalk or lime wheel.
Notes
Variations & Ideas
- Tropical Twist
- Replace gin with coconut rum for a more exotic profile. - Spiced Version
- Add a slice of fresh ginger or 2 crushed cardamom pods while simmering for added warmth and spice. - Citrus Edge
- Include a few strips of lemon or lime zest during simmering for extra brightness. - Non-Alcoholic Syrup
- Omit the gin entirely – the syrup remains vibrant and fragrant. - Icy Treats
- Drizzle over fruit salad, sorbet, or use in granita mixtures for a cooling summer dessert.
Nutrition
Calories: 97kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 0.02g | Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 6mg | Fiber: 0.01g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 0.05mg