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Few people know that lilac is not just for decoration. It’s an excellent addition to teas and you can make the best spring syrup from it . However, it’s not just about that unique flavor. Lilac syrup is also amazing for your health.
What is lilac syrup good for?
- helps with headaches and migraines,
- calms an irritated stomach,
- speeds up the metabolism,
- relieves throat and tonsil pain,
- helps with rheumatism,
- has anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and antibacterial properties,
- has beautifying effects and slows premature skin aging,
- detoxifies,
- has beneficial effects on the psyche, calms and acts against stress.
Lilac syrup
We need:
20 sprigs of lilac (preferably when the flowers are not fully open, that’s when the syrup is best)
1 liter of water
750 g – 1 kg granulated sugar (you can also use cane syrup)
30 g citric acid
1 lemon, thoroughly washed and sliced into rounds
Instructions:
From the flowers we only need the petals – they must simply be stripped from the sprigs – it’s laborious, but it’s worth it.
Put the water and sugar on the heat – bring to a boil and simmer on low heat for about 5 minutes. Then add the citric acid and the sliced lemon. Prepare about a 3-liter container, put the blossoms into it and pour in the sugar syrup. Let macerate for 3 days in a cool room, then strain and pour into clean vessels. Store in a cool place. If you want to extend the shelf life, add a pinch of sorbic acid.
