This Blackberry Simple Syrup is a beautifully rich and fruity sweetener that’s perfect for cocktails, mocktails, iced tea, lemonades, and even drizzling over pancakes or desserts. Made with just three simple ingredients—equal parts blackberries, sugar, and water—this syrup delivers a deep, jammy blackberry flavor with just the right amount of sweetness.
The vibrant purple hue adds a stunning pop of color to any drink or dish. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to make in under 20 minutes! This Simple Syrup Recipe is the great way to elevate your drinks and desserts with a burst of fresh berry flavor. Try it in a classic blackberry lemonade, a refreshing mocktail, or a creative cocktail and taste the difference homemade syrup makes!
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- Why You Will Love This Blackberry Simple Syrup
- Ingredients
- Substitutions and Variations
- How to Make Blackberry Simple Syrup
- More Recipes You Will Love
- How to Store Simple Blackberry Syrup
- What to Serve with Blackberry Simple Syrup
- Top Tips
- Frequently Asked Questions About Blackberry Simple Syrup
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- Blackberry Simple Syrup Recipe
This was inspired our Blackberry Champagne Cocktail, but it is so versatile.
Why You Will Love This Blackberry Simple Syrup
- Quick and Simple: It is so quick to make, and better than store-bought syrup.
- Minimal Ingredients: With just 2 ingredients, plus water it is great to keep this simple.
- Versatile Syrup: You can use it for so much more than just cocktails!
- Long Shelf Life: Simple Syrups have a long shelf life when stored in the fridge in an airtight container.
- Sweetener: Use this to add some sweet blackberry flavor in your favorite cocktails.
Ingredients
Equal parts fruit, sugar and water for this quick and easy Blackberry Simple Syrup.
See the recipe card below for the exact quantities of each ingredient.
- Blackberries: We use fresh fruit but frozen (slightly thawed) will work if it is not blackberry season.
- Granulated Sugar: White sugar adds sweetness to the tart berries, while also acts as a thickening agent for the syrup.
- Water: Helps to create the syrup.
For this recipe, you'll want to have on hand a small saucepan, measuring cups, spatula, fine-mesh trainer and an airtight mason jar.
Substitutions and Variations
With such minimal ingredients there is not a whole lot you can do to change up this recipe, but here are so helpful ideas.
- Sweetener: Use honey or maple syrup instead of granulated sugar for a more natural sweetness. You can use a brown sugar for a more molasses take on this recipe.
- Frozen Blackberries: If fresh blackberries aren’t in season, frozen blackberries work just as well—just let them thaw slightly before cooking. You may need to cook them down a little longer if there is some added moisture.
- Mix & Match: Combine with other berries like raspberries or blueberries for a mixed-berry syrup!
- Flavor Variety: Add a sprig of fresh thyme, rosemary, or a cinnamon stick while simmering for an herbal or spiced variation.
- Citrus Boost: A squeeze of fresh lemon or orange juice brightens up the flavor.
- Low-Sugar Version: Reduce the sugar and add a splash of vanilla extract for a slightly less sweet but still flavorful syrup. This may provide a shorter shelf life of the simple syrup.
How to Make Blackberry Simple Syrup
Gotta love a having your own simple syrup in 3 simple steps. Check out how easy it is to make this recipe.
In a medium saucepan ring blackberries, cup of water and a cup of sugar to boil over medium heat.
Keep a rolling boil for about 15 minutes, stirring periodically as the sugar dissolves. Adjust the heat if needed.
Allow it to cool slightly, then strain into an airtight glass jar.
Hint: Use a fine-mesh strainer to remove the blackberry seeds and pulp. For an ultra-smooth syrup, strain twice.
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How to Store Simple Blackberry Syrup
Depending on how you make this syrup can change how long it lasts. Here are some ways to change it up.
- Classic Simple Syrup: 1:1 ratio of sugar to water, cooked down and then stored in the fridge should last up to 1 month in an air tight container.
- Thick Simple Syrup: 2:1 ratio of sugar to water, cooked down to form a thicker version and then stored in the fridge should last up to 6 months in an air tight container.
What to Serve with Blackberry Simple Syrup
- Blackberry Cocktails: Adds sweetness to a simple cocktail/mocktail like our Blackberry Champagne Drink. Whether you make alcoholic or non-alcoholic drinks here are some classic cocktails to try: blackberry mojito, blackberry Moscow mule, or blackberry margarita!
- Cold Drinks: Add a tablespoon or two into a pitcher of your favour lemonade, iced tea or sangria. Experiment with any of your favorite drinks.
- Ice Cream: Drizzle it over vanilla ice cream for a delicious way to enhance a classic dessert.
- Syrup: If you are out of maple syrup or want to try a fruity-twist, drizzle it over our Gluten Free Waffles or Blueberry Pancakes.
- Baking: Baste your cake or cupcakes for added sweetness and an extra moist dessert, before adding any toppings/icing.
Top Tips
- Letting the mixture maintain a rolling boil for about 15 minutes helps break down the berries, releasing their full flavor and natural juices.
- I like to strain it into a glass measuring cup then pour it into the glass jar while straining a second time.
- Double the sugar content to make a thick simple syrup, also known as rich syrup. This not only gives you an even more concentrated flavor, but it extends the shelf life to up to 6 months in the fridge.
- When you leave in the fridge it may start to crystallize. You can place the jar in a shallow bowl with, hot water to help break down the sugar.
- Make a thicker syrup by allowing it to boil down an additional 5-10 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions About Blackberry Simple Syrup
Here are some answers to frequently asked questions to help you when making our Blackberry Simple Syrup.
Let it simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes to reduce further for extra thickness.
Drizzle it over pancakes, waffles, yogurt, ice cream, or even mix it into salad dressings for a fruity twist.
There are many ways to change up the flavor. You can add any fresh herbs to the pan when boiling it down and strain them out at the end. We love making this blackberry simple syrup with vanilla bean or a mix of water/orange juice.
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Blackberry Simple Syrup Recipe
Equipment
- Measuring Cups
- Saucepan
- Spatula
- Strainer
- Airtight Container
Ingredients
- 200 grams granulated sugar about 1 cup
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Bring ingredients to a boil over medium-low heat.
- Keep a rolling boil for about 15 minutes, stirring periodically. Adjust the heat if needed.
- Allow it to cool slightly, then strain into a glass jar.
Notes
- I like to strain it into a glass measuring cup then pour it into the glass jar while straining a second time.
- Double the sugar content to make a thick simple syrup, also known as rich syrup. This not only gives you an even more concentrated flavor, but it extends the shelf life to up to 6 months in the fridge.
- When you leave in the fridge it may start to crystallize. You can place the jar in a shallow bowl with, hot water to help break it down the sugar.
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Eva Filer says
Such a fun way to change up a simple syrup, so much flavor!
Abi says
I was looking for some quick syrup recipes using fruits, glad I found this! Thanks!
Eva Filer says
You are so welcome. I hope you enjoy it, there is so much you can do with this syrup!