Best Way to Infuse Thyme into Simple Syrup?

[victorjessie]

Hey everyone,

I'm experimenting with making herbal-infused syrups for cocktails and desserts, and I'm curious about the best way to infuse thyme into simple syrup. I've seen some recipes that suggest adding fresh thyme sprigs while the syrup is still hot, while others recommend letting it steep off the heat to avoid bitterness.

For those who have tried it, how long do you let the thyme sit in the syrup? Do you find that muddling or lightly crushing the thyme beforehand helps release more flavor? Also, would dried thyme work in a pinch, or is fresh the only way to go?

Any tips on achieving a balanced infusion without overpowering the syrup would be greatly appreciated.

Looking forward to hearing your experiences!

 

[victorjessie]

Hey everyone,

I'm experimenting with making herbal-infused syrups for cocktails and desserts, and I'm curious about the best way to infuse thyme into simple syrup. I've seen some recipes that suggest adding fresh thyme sprigs while the syrup is still hot, while others recommend letting it steep off the heat to avoid bitterness.

For those who have tried it, how long do you let the thyme sit in the syrup? Do you find that muddling or lightly crushing the thyme beforehand helps release more flavor? Also, would dried thyme work in a pinch, or is fresh the only way to go?

Any tips on achieving a balanced infusion without overpowering the syrup would be greatly appreciated.

Looking forward to hearing your experiences!

thanks in advance for any help.

 

[Mandy Onderwater]

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However, feel free to reply. I'm quite interested in infused syrups