Honey Thyme Simple Syrup

Sweet, herbal, and beautifully balanced, this honey thyme simple syrup is an easy way to bring café-quality flavour to drinks at home. Made with real honey and fresh thyme, this homemade syrup is perfect for coffee, matcha, tea, sparkling water, and summer lemonades.

Whether you're making an iced latte or elevating your afternoon matcha, this honey thyme syrup adds a subtle herbal note that feels both comforting and sophisticated.

With just a handful of ingredients and less than 30 minutes of hands-on time, this syrup is one you'll find yourself making all summer long.

Why You'll Love This Honey Thyme Syrup

• Made with real honey and fresh thyme.
• Perfect for coffee, matcha, tea, and lemonade.
• Easy to make with simple ingredients.
• Delicately sweet with a subtle herbal flavour.
• Stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.

Ingredients

• 1 cup water
• ½ cup honey
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 6–8 fresh thyme sprigs
• Pinch of sea salt

How to Make Honey Thyme Simple Syrup

Step 1: Combine the ingredients

Add the water, honey, sugar, thyme sprigs, and sea salt to a small saucepan.

Step 2: Simmer

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Stir until the sugar has dissolved and continue simmering for 10 minutes.

Step 3: Steep

Remove from the heat and allow the thyme to steep for 20–30 minutes. This gives the syrup its signature herbal flavour.

Step 4: Strain and bottle

Strain out the thyme sprigs and transfer the syrup to a clean glass bottle or jar.

Ways to Use Honey Thyme Syrup

This homemade coffee syrup is delicious in:

• Iced lattes
• Matcha lattes
• Hot coffee
• Homemade lemonade
• Sparkling water
• Iced tea
• Cocktails and mocktails

Honey Thyme Shaken Iced Latte

If you've ever wanted a coffee that tastes like it came from your favourite café, this honey thyme shaken iced latte is it. Shaking the espresso with the syrup creates a light, frothy texture that is incredibly refreshing.

Ingredients

• 1–1½ tablespoons honey thyme syrup
• Double shot of espresso
• Ice
• ½ cup milk of choice
• Fresh thyme sprig, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Fill a cocktail shaker or mason jar with ice.
2. Add the espresso and honey thyme syrup.
3. Shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds until cold and slightly frothy.
4. Fill a glass with fresh ice and pour in the milk.
5. Strain the shaken espresso mixture over top.
6. Garnish with a fresh thyme sprig and enjoy.

Storage

Store the syrup in an airtight bottle or jar in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does honey thyme syrup taste like?

Honey thyme syrup has a delicate herbal flavour with the natural sweetness of honey. The thyme adds a subtle earthiness that pairs beautifully with coffee, matcha, tea, and citrus drinks.

Can I use dried thyme?

Fresh thyme provides the best flavour, but dried thyme can be substituted. Use 1 teaspoon dried thyme and strain well.

Is honey thyme syrup good in coffee?

Yes! Honey thyme syrup makes an excellent coffee syrup and pairs especially well with espresso drinks and shaken iced lattes. It's also not overly sweet.

Can I use this syrup in matcha?

Absolutely. The floral notes of honey and the earthy flavour of thyme complement matcha beautifully.

Whether stirred into a morning latte or shaken with espresso over ice, this honey thyme simple syrup is one of those little touches that makes everyday moments feel just a bit more special.

Because the best café drinks are often made at home.