Easy Lilac Honey
Embarking on a dream of a fragrant garden adorned with both purple and white lilac trees is a vision steeped in the enchantment of June. In Finland, where lilacs have graced the landscape for centuries, their wild and common presence weaves a tapestry of timeless beauty. Imagining the sweet perfume of lilacs wafting through the air, I find inspiration in crafting a delicacy that captures the essence of this fleeting bloom—Lilac Honey.
A simple yet captivating recipe, it merely takes a minute to create, inviting the lilac blossoms to infuse their aromatic charm into honey. This enchanting concoction, a product of just two days of patience, can intensify over the course of two weeks, allowing you to tailor the strength of lilac essence to your liking. Whether you choose to pluck out the delicate lilac flowers or savor them in your honey, this creation is a tribute to the ephemeral beauty of June, encapsulating the magic of a few precious weeks when lilacs grace the world with their aromatic allure.
Lilac honey
Lilac flowers washed and dried (make sure to use flowers that do not have chemicals in them)
Raw honey
In a sterilized mason jar, carefully place these fragrant blooms into the jar, creating a bed for the infusion. Pour raw honey generously over the lilac flowers until they are fully submerged, creating a captivating marriage of floral essence and golden sweetness. Seal the jar, allowing the magic to unfold over the next several days to two weeks as the lilac imparts its aromatic charm to the honey. As time passes, the delicate flowers will gracefully rise to the top, making them easily spoonable if desired. For a refined touch, gently heat the honey and strain it through a sieve to remove the petals while retaining the essence. Alternatively, revel in the whimsical beauty of leaving the lilac petals in, creating not just a honey infusion but a visual and aromatic delight. An ode to the fleeting beauty of lilac blooms, this homemade honey beckons you to savor the essence of June in every sweet spoonful.
