Aronia Syrup
✨ From the Orchard
We call this Aronia Syrup Midnight Elixir—because one taste, and it’ll cast a spell. At Dee’s Nutz and Berries in Brodhead, WI, we’ve learned that aronia berries, with their deep purple hue and signature tartness, don’t just belong in jams and smoothies—they deserve a starring role in your syrups, sauces, and signature drinks. This syrup is luxurious, lightly spiced, and deeply flavored—designed to impress, whether you’re pouring it over cheesecake or crafting a farm-to-glass cocktail.
The texture is silky, the color is striking, and the flavor? It’s layered with tang, berry richness, and just a kiss of spice. With our farm opening in 2028, we’re setting the bar high for berry-based products—and this Midnight Elixir is our crown jewel.
Want to know why aronia is gaining a loyal foodie following? Check out WebMD’s breakdown of aronia health benefits. Then visit our Aronia U-Pick and Recipes page for even more bold berry creations.
Midnight Elixir Aronia Syrup
🍽️ Aronia Syrup Ingredients
- 2 cups aronia berries (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup granulated sugar or honey
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- Optional: pinch of cinnamon or star anise for depth
🥣 Aronia Syrup Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine aronia berries and water. Simmer over medium heat for 10 minutes, gently mashing the berries to release their juice.
- Strain through a fine mesh sieve into a clean pan, pressing to extract all the juice. Discard the pulp.
- Add sugar (or honey), lemon juice, and optional spices to the juice. Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves.
- Simmer gently for 10–15 minutes, allowing the syrup to thicken slightly.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract, if using.
- Let cool. Pour into sterilized bottles or jars. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
🍁 From the Orchard Tip
- 🥞 Drizzle over pancakes, waffles, or French toast for a tart twist
- 🍨 Swirl into vanilla ice cream or cheesecake for visual and flavor drama
- 🍹 Mix into cocktails like gin & tonic, bourbon old fashioneds, or soda spritzers
- 🧊 Freeze in small cubes for cocktail-ready syrup anytime
- 🍓 Layer in parfaits with yogurt, granola, and fresh fruit
- 🧁 Use in glazes for scones, bundt cakes, or doughnuts
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