Homemade Strawberry Top Simple Syrup
This homemade strawberry top simple syrup is a sustainable and naturally sweet way to use strawberry stems and tops that are typically discarded. It imparts a light berry flavor with subtle green, herbal notes, perfect for mixing into teas, lemonades, mocktails, or as a drizzle over pancakes and yogurt. This eco-friendly syrup reduces food waste while extracting the last bit of flavor from your fruit.
Simple Syrup, Strawberry Top
Syrups
1.5 Cups
5 mins
15 mins
20 mins
Equipment
Saucepan
Fine Mesh Stainless Steel Strainer
Spoon
Dry Measuring Cups
Ingredients
1 Cup of Organic Strawberry Tops (Green Stems and Attached Fruit)
1 Cup of Filtered Water
1 Cup of Organic Cane Sugar
1/4 Teaspoon of Ground Cinnamon
1 Teaspoon of Vanilla Extract
1/2 Teaspoon of Fresh Lemon Juice, Optinal
Instructions
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Wash your strawberry tops well to remove dirt and debris.
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In a small saucepan, combine strawberry tops, water, and sugar. Add optional lemon if using.
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Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer for 10–15 minutes.
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Remove from heat and let steep for 20–30 minutes to intensify flavor.
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Strain the syrup through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a clean glass jar.
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Add optional flavors such as cinnamon, vanilla extract and lemon juice for brighter and deeper flavors.
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Let cool completely before sealing with a lid and refrigerating.
Notes
- Use organic strawberries to avoid pesticide residue on the tops.
- Adjust sugar to your desired sweetness. A 1:1 ratio yields a thicker syrup; ¾ cup sugar creates a lighter version.
- Add herbs like basil, mint, or thyme during simmering for extra complexity.
- Great for reducing food waste when prepping strawberries for jam or baking.
- Label the jar with the date for easy tracking.