Fall is here, and there's nothing better than adding a touch of seasonal flavor to your favorite coffees, cocktails, and desserts. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create your own homemade syrups that will elevate everything from your morning latte to your evening cocktails. Best of all, I’ve created some adorable labels that you can print out for free to make gifting or storing your syrups even more special!
In this post, I’ll share my go-to recipes for Spiced Chai Syrup, Pumpkin Spice Syrup, Cinnamon Syrup, and Maple Syrup. Each one is easy to make and perfect for adding that cozy, fall flavor to your kitchen. These syrups also make great gifts—simply bottle them up, print out the free labels (linked below), and you’ve got the perfect homemade treat for friends and family.
1. Spiced Chai Simple Syrup
Ingredients:
1 cup water
1 cup brown sugar
2 chai tea bags
1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional, for extra warmth)
Instructions:
Boil the water: In a small saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a boil.
Steep the tea: Once boiling, remove from heat and add the chai tea bags. Let the tea steep for 5-7 minutes to extract the strong chai flavor.
Add sugar: Remove the tea bags and return the pan to medium heat. Add 1 cup of granulated sugar to the tea and stir until fully dissolved.
Simmer: Let the mixture simmer for an additional 1-2 minutes, ensuring the sugar is completely dissolved and the syrup has slightly thickened.
Add vanilla (optional): For extra warmth and depth, stir in 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
Cool: Remove the syrup from heat and allow it to cool to room temperature.
Store: Transfer the syrup to a jar or bottle and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
This chai spice syrup will add a cozy, spiced flavor to any fall drink or dessert!
2. Pumpkin Spice Syrup
No fall is complete without some pumpkin spice! This syrup is great for lattes, cocktails, and even pancakes.
Ingredients:
1 cup water
1 cup sugar
1 tbsp pumpkin puree
1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
Combine water, sugar, and pumpkin puree in a saucepan over medium heat.
Stir until the sugar dissolves, then add the pumpkin pie spice.
Let simmer for 10 minutes, then remove from heat and strain.
Stir in vanilla extract and allow to cool.
3. Cinnamon Syrup
Perfectly simple and delicious, this cinnamon syrup can be used in coffees, cocktails, and desserts alike.
Ingredients:
1 cup water
1 cup sugar
3 cinnamon sticks
Instructions:
Combine water, sugar, and cinnamon sticks in a saucepan over medium heat.
Stir until the sugar dissolves, then let simmer for 10-15 minutes.
Remove from heat and discard the cinnamon sticks. Let the syrup cool before bottling.
4. Maple Syrup
This rich and warm syrup pairs perfectly with your morning coffee or your favorite fall desserts.
Ingredients:
1 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
Combine all ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat.
Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is well combined.
Let simmer for 5-10 minutes, then remove from heat and allow to cool before bottling.
Free Download: Cute Labels for Your Fall Syrups
To make your homemade syrups even more special, I’ve created some fun and festive labels that you can download and print right at home! These labels were designed in Canva and are fully editable, so you can customize them to your liking. Please note, you need a free Canva account to edit these labels, and Canva works best in a Google Chrome Browser
I reccomend printing on vinyl sticker paper (linked below!) for a water resistant and durable label. I’ve also linked some stylish bottles that are perfect for storing your syrups and giving them as gifts.
Whether you’re making these syrups for yourself or giving them as gifts, they’re sure to add a cozy, fall touch to any drink or dessert. Don’t forget to grab your free printable labels and show off your creations by tagging me on Instagram!
Happy syrup-making! 🍁
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