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Closeup view of a small jar of blood orange syrup with half an orange next to it.

Blood Orange Syrup

This vibrantly colored Blood Orange Syrup is bursting with sweet, bright winter citrus flavor and is incredibly easy to make. Use it as a drink mixer, pancake topper, or even a flavorful addition to salad dressings.
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Course: Drink, Simple Syrups
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Blood Orange, Citrus Recipes, Simple Syrup Recipes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Makes: 1 cup
Author: Sues

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup blood orange peel from about 1 orange (make sure to remove all white pith)
  • ¼ cup blood orange juice from about 2 oranges

Instructions

  • Put water, sugar, blood orange peel, and blood orange juice in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil.
  • Once boiling, lower heat and let mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, until syrup has thickened (note that it will continue to thicken as it cools).
  • Strain syrup into a bowl, leaving the orange peel behind.
  • Keep syrup in bowl or pour into a mason jar and place in fridge to cool completely before using.

Notes

  • Simple syrup should keep fresh in fridge for about 1 month when stored in an airtight container.

Useful Products

8 oz. Mason Jars
8 oz. Mason Jars
2-Quart Saucepan
2-Quart Saucepan
Granulated Sugar
Granulated Sugar
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