Herb-Infused Honey with Rosemary, Thyme & Lavender
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🌿 Introduction
Herbal honey is one of the simplest and most beautiful ways to capture the garden in a jar. Warm, fragrant sprigs of rosemary, thyme, and lavender infuse golden honey with their essence, creating a gift of flavor and fragrance that feels both rustic and elegant.
I love making small jars of infused honey in late summer and autumn—it’s a way of saving the garden’s goodness for winter teas, biscuits, or as thoughtful homemade gifts.
✨ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- 🌿 Captures the fragrance of fresh herbs in honey
- 🍞 Perfect drizzle for breads, teas, or cheeses
- 🎁 Easy to make and beautiful for gifting
- ⏱ Just 10 minutes of hands-on time
📋 Quick Reference Snapshot
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Infuse Time: 5–7 days (hands-off)
- Total Time: 5 minutes active, 1 week infusing
- Yield: 1 cup infused honey
- Skill: Easy
- Equipment: Clean glass jar with lid, wooden spoon
- Dietary: Gluten-free, vegetarian
Key Ingredients at a Glance: Honey, rosemary, thyme, lavender
🌿 Ingredients
- 1 cup raw honey 🍯
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary 🌿
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme 🌿
- 1 tsp dried lavender buds (culinary grade) 💜
🔄 Seasonal Swaps
- 🌱 Try lemon balm or mint for freshness
- 🍊 Add orange peel for citrus notes
- 🌼 Use chamomile blossoms for a calming version
- 🫖 Infuse with cinnamon sticks or cloves for a spiced holiday honey
🌱 From My Garden
Rosemary, thyme, and lavender are herbs I treasure—they thrive in the Texas sun and return faithfully each year. Steeping them in honey feels like bottling their fragrance, a way of keeping the garden close even when the beds lie fallow.
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
Prepare the Jar
- Place rosemary, thyme, and lavender into a clean glass jar.
Infuse
2. Warm honey slightly (if needed) so it pours easily, but don’t boil.
3. Pour honey over the herbs, making sure they’re fully submerged.
Wait & Strain
4. Seal the jar and let infuse at room temperature for 5–7 days.
5. Strain out herbs if desired, or leave them in for rustic beauty.
🍽️ Serving & Pairing Suggestions
- Drizzle over Rosemary Shortbread Cookies (Scottish Garden Twist)
- Stir into Chamomile Tea with Honey & Evening Blessing
- Serve with goat cheese and Cranberry & Rosemary Bread (Savory-Sweet Loaf)
🥡 Storage & Make-Ahead Tips
- Store in a cool, dark place up to 3 months
- Always use clean, dry spoons to prevent spoilage
- Perfect for small jars as gifts 🎁
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🛒 Favorites from My Kitchen to Yours
- Mason jars with lids for infusions 🫙
- Wooden honey dipper 🍯
- Fine mesh strainer for removing herbs 🥄
- Pretty glass jars for gifting 🎁
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- Citrus & Herb Tea with Mint, Lemon Balm & Orange Peel
- Holiday Herbed Cheese Ball with Pecans
- Foraged Herb Pesto with Wild Garlic, Nettles & Basil
💭 Final Thoughts
Infused honey always reminds me that beauty doesn’t have to be complicated. Herbs and honey, time and patience—and suddenly, the garden is captured in a jar. May it bring sweetness and peace to your table. 💛
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