Bay Leaf Syrup Recipe

By Kate Ramos

Total Time: 25 mins | Active Time: 10 mins | Makes: 2 cups

Inspired by old-fashioned bay rum cologne, we decided to infuse simple syrup with bay leaves, then mix it with dark rum and soda. It’s equally fantastic stirred into a Dark ‘n’ Stormy.

INGREDIENTS

2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup water
5 fresh bay leaves
3 dried bay leaves

INSTRUCTIONS

Combine all ingredients in a small saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally.
When mixture boils, reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until sugar is completely dissolved. Remove pan from heat and let steep for 15 minutes.
Strain bay leaf syrup through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean container. Refrigerate until cold and store covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

SOURCE: http://www.chow.com/recipes/10876-bay-leaf-syrup