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This Goldenrod Simple Syrup recipe is easy to make with Goldenrod Tea and sugar. Enjoy this herbal, simple syrup in coffee, cocktails, mocktails, and other drinks!
Hi Everyone, this Goldenrod Simple Syrup is fresh, floral, and bright.
It's a bright yellow color, similar to the color of Goldenrod flowers.
Goldenrod Simple Syrup
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Goldenrod Flowers
Goldenrod Tea, ready to mix with sugar to make Goldenrod Simple Syrup
WHAT IS GOLDENROD?
As quoted from Wikipedia:
Solidago, commonly called goldenrods, is a genus of about 100 to 120 species of flowering plants in the aster family, Asteraceae. Most are herbaceous perennial species found in open areas such as meadows, prairies, and savannas.
Goldenrod Tea with fresh Goldenrod flowers from the yard
As quoted from wildediblefood.com:
“Most Goldenrod plants average 1 metre in height. … Edible parts: All aerial parts of the plant can be used. The flowers are edible and make attractive garnishes on salads. Flowers and leaves (fresh or dried) are used to make tea.”
When Does Goldenrod Bloom?
Goldenrod Flower starts blooming in Mid-Late August, continues through September, and into early October.
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*make sure you have a positive ID on the goldenrod if you are new to the herb, I linked to a field guide that I use for foraging wild edibles. I also use the Picture This app for plant identification.
This Goldenrod Simple Syrup recipe is easy to make with Goldenrod Tea and sugar. Enjoy this herbal, simple syrup in coffee, cocktails, mocktails, and other drinks!
Ingredients
1 cup Goldenrod Tea
1 cup granulated white sugar
Instructions
In a 18 ounce lidded mason jar, add 1 cup goldenrod tea.
add 1 cup granulated white sugar, screw on the lid and shake the mixture until the sugar is dissolved.
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