Clove Syrup
By Charlie
Published Feb. 17, 2026
This Clove Syrup is a simple syrup infused with cloves. It brings a sweet and mildly spicy flavor to drinks. It can be a great option for putting a winter holiday twist on a drink, such as in the Clove and Orange Old Fashioned.
Clove Syrup
Servings: 12 oz
Equipment
- pot with lid
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 8 whole cloves
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Bring the water to just below a simmer in a pot on the stove.
- Remove the pot from the heat and add the cloves. Allow the liquid to simmer for 12-15 minutes with the lid on the pot.
- Remove the lid and add the sugar. Heat the mixture over low heat until the sugar has dissolved.
- Allow the syrup to cool before bottling and refrigerating it.
Notes
- This syrup should keep for up to one month in the refrigerator.