Earl Grey Syrup Recipe: Sweet, Citrusy, and Perfectly Posh

“It is tea, sugar, and a little bit of magic.”

That is really what Earl Grey Syrup is. It is a tea infused syrup that captures everything you love about your favorite Earl Grey blend. Simple ingredients like water, sugar, and tea come together in one simmering moment to create something smooth, fragrant, and wonderfully versatile.

“Sweet citrus meets bold black tea.”

That is the flavor in every spoonful. The bergamot oil in Earl Grey gives the syrup its signature brightness, a delicate perfume that turns an ordinary sweetener into something elegant. It is balanced. It is refreshing. It is your favorite café flavor bottled and ready for anything.

Why You Will Want to Make It

“Because store bought syrup just does not compare.”

Most flavored syrups taste too artificial, too sweet, too strong, or just plain flat. Making your own changes everything. You control the sweetness. You decide how intense you want the tea to be. You get to shape it exactly the way you like it.

“It is flavor that feels thoughtful.”

This Earl Grey simple syrup is not just for tea lovers. It is for flavor lovers. It is for the home baker who loves experimenting, the cocktail enthusiast chasing the perfect balance, and anyone who enjoys adding a personal touch to what they make.

Drizzle it on desserts. Swirl it into cocktails. Stir it into your morning coffee. It is the kind of ingredient that does not shout. It whispers, transforming everyday moments into something a little more special.

“Once you make it, you will start finding excuses to use it again.”

Ingredients You Will Need

No fancy tools. No long grocery list. Just pure, simple goodness.

• 1 cup water

• 1 cup sugar

• 2 teaspoons Red Rose Earl Grey Loose Tea

• Optional: ½ teaspoon vanilla extract or a strip of lemon peel

That is it. Four ingredients, one saucepan, and ten minutes.

How to Make Earl Grey Syrup

1. Heat the Water

In a small saucepan, bring one cup of water to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

2. Steep the Tea

Add two teaspoons of Red Rose Earl Grey Loose Tea. Let it steep for about 5 minutes. The water will turn a deep amber and fill your kitchen with that soothing, citrusy aroma.

3. Sweeten It Up

Strain the tea leaves, then stir in one cup of sugar. Keep stirring until it dissolves completely.

4. Add a Twist (Optional)

Drop in a little lemon peel or a splash of vanilla extract if you want to customize the flavor.

5. Cool and Store

Let the syrup cool to room temperature. Pour it into a clean glass jar or bottle and refrigerate. It will stay fresh for up to two weeks.

You now have a jar of homemade Earl Grey syrup that is as beautiful as it is versatile.

How to Use Your Earl Grey Syrup

Here is where things get fun. There is no one right way to use Earl Grey syrup. It is a choose your own adventure situation.

1. In Drinks

This syrup is a natural fit for beverages. Try it in:

Cocktails: Mix it with gin, vodka, or sparkling wine for a bright, citrus forward twist.

Mocktails: Add it to sparkling water with a squeeze of lemon for a refreshing non alcoholic spritzer.

Coffee and Tea: Stir a spoonful into your morning latte or iced coffee. The blend of black tea and bergamot pairs beautifully with milk and espresso.

You just made your own flavored syrup for cocktails or morning drinks without any fancy equipment.

2. In Desserts

Drizzle it over vanilla ice cream, lemon loaf, or warm scones. It brings a light floral note that balances sweetness beautifully.

If you are baking a cake, brush the syrup over the layers before frosting. It keeps the crumb moist and adds a subtle tea flavor that makes people ask, “What is your secret”

3. At Breakfast

Pour it over pancakes, waffles, or yogurt for a sophisticated start to your day. It is sunshine in syrup form.

The Flavor Profile

So what does it taste like?

Earl Grey syrup hits all the right notes. Sweet but balanced, floral but not overpowering, with a crisp citrusy edge. The bergamot oil in the tea gives it that signature lift that feels refreshing without being sharp.

It pairs beautifully with flavors like lemon, honey, vanilla, lavender, and berries. If you love experimenting in the kitchen, this is a playground of possibilities.

Expert Tips

• Want it stronger Use an extra minute or two of steeping.

• Prefer it lighter Use just 1 teaspoon of loose tea instead of 2.

• Looking for depth A dash of vanilla brings out the black tea richness.

• Serving it cold Shake before using since a little sugar can settle.

This DIY tea syrup adapts to you. Whether you want bold flavor or just a whisper of Earl Grey, you can adjust it to your taste.

The Red Rose Touch

When it comes to making great syrup, the tea itself matters. Red Rose Earl Grey Loose Tea is crafted with quality black tea leaves and natural bergamot flavor that is smooth, bright, and never bitter.

This is why it works so beautifully. It gives your syrup a clean, balanced flavor that stands out without taking over. It is the difference between something that tastes sweet and something that tastes intentional.

Why You Will Keep Coming Back to It

Once you make this Earl Grey syrup, it becomes one of those staple recipes you keep in rotation. It is quick, affordable, and endlessly useful.

Use it to:

• Add elegance to cocktails

• Sweeten your iced tea

• Glaze baked goods

• Upgrade weekend brunch

You will find yourself saying, “Wait, can I put syrup on this too” more often than you expect.

A Simple Start to Something Extraordinary

Good recipes do not have to be complicated. Sometimes it is the simplest things like sugar, water, and a couple of teaspoons of Red Rose Earl Grey Loose Tea that make all the difference.

Grab a saucepan, steep your tea, and create something wonderfully unexpected. Once you taste it, you will understand why Earl Grey syrup has become the go to tea syrup for baking, cocktails, and everyday treats.

Make it today with Red Rose Earl Grey Loose Tea and pour a little extra flavor into life’s sweetest moments.