Chamomile Syrup Recipes

CHAMOMILE SIMPLE SYRUP

Steps:

• Place sugar and filtered water in a small saucepan and set over medium heat. Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved, about 5 minutes.
• Remove from heat and add the chamomile tea bags. Steep for 10 minutes, then discard tea bags. Let cool to room temperature, then transfer to an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

SONAMBULA

Steps:

• Into a cocktail shaker, add lemon juice, Chamomile Syrup, Jalapeno Tequila, mole bitters, and Peychaud's bitters. Fill shaker with ice cubes and shake well. Strain into coupe glass and float lemon wheel to garnish.
• Into a small saucepan over medium heat, add water and chamomile flowers. Once the tea has reached a simmer, strain into a small container, then pour tea back into the pot. Add sugar, and bring to a simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally. When Sugar has dissolved, reserve Chamomile Syrup in a small container or bottle. (Chamomile Syrup will keep in a lidded container in the fridge for up to 3 weeks. Ivy Mix recommends adding a shot of vodka to extend shelf life.)
• Cut off and discard the tops of 2 jalapenos; slice the peppers into ½-inch chunks. Slice the other 2 jalapenos lengthwise; use a paring knife to cut out the seeds and inner membranes, which should be reserved. (Discard or reserve the halved peppers for another use.) Add the chopped peppers, the seeds, and the inner membranes to a large container; then add the tequila. Allow to sit at room temperature to infuse for 20-30 minutes, depending on the spiciness of the jalapenos; Ivy Mix recommends tasting along the way until the tequila reaches your preferred heat level. Strain the Jalapeno Tequila into a jar, then pour back into the tequila bottle for storage (optional).

CHAMOMILE SYRUP

Steps:

• Place 2 cups of water in a pot over high heat and add sugar. Bring to a boil, stirring until it dissolves. Add chamomile or tea bags and turn off heat. Cover and let syrup cool.
• Strain syrup into a bowl. Cover and refrigerate. Use within five days.

CHAMOMILE LIME RICKEY

Steps:

• Combine the lime juice and chamomile simple syrup in a large (16- to 18-ounce) tumbler and stir to combine. Taste and add more lime juice or syrup, if you'd like.
• Fill with ice, top off with the seltzer and gently mix to combine. Garnish with lime slices, or an organic edible flower, if you are feeling extra fancy.

MINTED CANTALOUPE SALAD WITH CHAMOMILE SYRUP

Steps:

• In a large bowl, toss cantaloupe with mint until well combined. Add syrup, taste and add more if desired.

CHAMOMILE STRAWBERRY GIN DAISY COCKTAIL

Steps:

• Place the strawberry in a cocktail shaker. Using a muddler, smash the strawberry into a purée. (If you don't have a muddler, you can use a small bowl and the tines of a fork or the handle of a wooden spoon to smash the berry before adding it to the cocktail shaker.)
• Add the gin, chamomile simple syrup, lemon juice, grenadine and a handful of ice to the shaker. Shake vigorously for about 30 seconds. Add more chamomile simple syrup and lemon to taste.
• Strain into a large (8- to 10-ounce) glass or cup. (If you prefer, you can serve over ice as well.) Garnish with strawberry slices or an edible flower, if desired.