Clove Syrup Recipe

Whether it’s a chilly night or holiday baking, whatever it is, a warm, comforting feeling you get from a spiced drink, it’s the clove syrup. This syrup, with its phenomenal scent of cloves, gives you an instant cozy vibe. 

If you’re also a clove syrup lover like me, let’s bring that flavor into all kinds of drinks and desserts this time. Let’s make our clove syrup at home. It’s super easy and way better than store-bought versions loaded with artificial stuff.

How to Make Clove Syrup at Home?

As I said, it is easy to make at home. Not only easy to make, also healthier than a store-bought one. And you can ensure there is nothing wrong with the syrup since all the ingredients have been hand-picked by you. 

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon whole cloves, which are the main ingredients here. 
• 1 cup of sugar for the syrup sweetening. 
• 1 cup of water to balance the thickness
• Optionally, you can add cinnamon to it, but it should be a small portion. 

Instructions

1. Start by putting a saucepan on the top of the stove and pour it with 1 cup of water and sugar. 
2. After that, you can turn on the heat at medium. 
3. When the water starts boiling and mixing with the sugar, let’s add the cloves, and if you want, add some cinnamon or orange peel. 
4. Now, start stirring the mixture until you see the sugar completely dissolved into it. 
5. After 8 to 10 minutes sugar will dissolve and the cloves will infuse their flavor. Don’t stop stirring and let it cook for a couple of minutes more. 
6. At this time, you will see all the water gone and be left with the desired clove syrup. 
7. Now you can turn off the heat and let it cool. After the temperature goes to normal strain out the cloves and other spices. And it is done, now you can eat it or our it in an airtight jar to store for future. 

Best Uses for Clove Syrup

If you’re not feeling well, spice syrups are a great remedy for that. Especially, this clove syrup works surprisingly well because of the natural properties of cloves. 

They have antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory effects that can help soothe sore throats, calm coughs, and ease digestive discomfort. Compared to other spice syrups, clove syrup has a deeper, more intense warmth that lingers and is perfect for colds or flu season. 

It also blends beautifully into teas, hot toddies, or even just warm water with lemon. Unlike cinnamon or ginger syrups, clove has a bold, earthy bite that feels medicinal in the best way, without being overpowering. That makes it one of the most effective and versatile spice syrups to keep on hand. 

So here are a few ways that I used to drink clove syrup. 

• Stir a little into coffee or tea for an instant cozy upgrade. Instead of sugar, you can use it.
• Add it to cocktails, it’s killer in an Old Fashioned or a hot toddy.
  Also, you can drizzle over pancakes, waffles, or oatmeal to make breakfast feel fancy.
• Summer? Too hot? Mix with sparkling water and a squeeze of lemon for a refreshing non-alcoholic drink.
• Brush it on cakes or mix it into frosting for a subtle spicy sweetness.

Conclusion

Want to change your kitchen game? Make clove syrup at home. It is simple, easy, and it fills your home with the best smell. Also,o it adds warmth and spice to drinks and dishes. This syrup tastes way better than anything you can buy. You’ll wonder why you didn’t make it sooner. Give it a shot and see how you like it!

FAQs

How Long Does Clove Syrup Last?

Compared to other syrups, clove syrup lasts a bit longer. You can use it for three to four weeks if you put it in the refrigerator. However, you can extend that by freezing it. 

Can You Freeze Clove Syrup?

This is the best way to preserve this homemade spice syrup for a longer period. By freezing it, you can keep it fresh for about two to three months or even more. However, you have to pour it into an ice cube tray and later use a cube whenever you need.