Eucalyptus Simple Syrup

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Colleen Graham
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Colleen Graham
Freelance writer and cocktail book author Colleen Graham is a seasoned mixologist who loves sharing her knowledge of spirits and passion for preparing drinks.
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Updated on 07/22/21
Eucalyptus Martini
Humberto Marques
Prep: 5 mins
Cook: 0 mins
Refrigerate: 15 mins
Total: 20 mins
Servings: 16 servings
Yield: 2 cups
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
97 Calories
0g Fat
25g Carbs
0g Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings: 16
Amount per serving
Calories 97
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g 0%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 1mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 25g 9%
Dietary Fiber 0g 0%
Total Sugars 25g
Protein 0g
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Calcium 2mg 0%
Iron 0mg 0%
Potassium 2mg 0%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
(Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.)

Use this refreshing eucalyptus simple syrup to create great herbal cocktails like the Eucalyptus Martini and Koala Mojito.

This recipe is courtesy of Humberto Marques of Oloroso in Edinburgh, Scotland. Marques put together a great analysis of "Herbs & Spices in the Cocktails Mixology".

Ingredients

  • 2 cups sugar

  • 2 cups water

  • 1/3 cup fresh eucalyptus

Steps to Make It

  1. Gather the ingredients.

  2. In a small saucepan over medium heat, mix the sugar with water until dissolved and bring to a boil.

  3. Simmer for 1 minute, then add eucalyptus leaves and liquidize.

  4. Transfer to a bowl and cover for 15 minutes, then refrigerate.