Earlier this year when we visited The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, one of my children purchased a bottle of Love Potion from Honeydukes. We followed the instructions on the bottle, adding a bit of potion to glasses of water or cups of tea. When I tasted it and realized it was simple syrup with a subtle rose flavor, I knew we had to try recreating it at home.
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Ingredients
- Sugar – You’ll need regular granulated sugar (or anything that dissolves well). You may also use honey instead of sugar.
- Water – The base of this recipe is simple syrup (one part sugar, one part water).
- Food Coloring – Optional (you only need one drop)
- Flavor – You can use the tiniest drop of flavor extract or infuse your potion with fresh herbs (we used about a teaspoon of lavender buds for our love potion).
How to Make
Begin by combining sugar, water, food coloring and flavor in a small pot. Heat to medium heat until the sugar is completely dissolved. Stir as the mixture is dissolving.
Once the sugar is dissolved, remove the pot from heat and let it cool to room temperature. This will give the fresh herbs (if using) more time to steep into the mixture.
Strain into a small pitcher or any container with a pouring spout. Make sure all herbs are strained out.
Using a small funnel, strain the mixture into each potion bottle. Label them if desired.
These potions (syrups) can be stored in containers in the fridge. They will last for at least one month if stored in the refrigerator.
Don’t forget to add real magic! This can be done by letting your child enchant each bottle using a magic wand (you may use a wooden kitchen spoon if a wand is not available).
Tips for Making
- The best way to enjoy love potion is by adding about a tablespoon to a fresh, hot cup of tea.
- Use any color you like or omit the color entirely for a clear potion.
- The most magical part of these potions are the handmade labels in children’s handwriting. I think it adds a special something!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is in love potion?
Our homemade love potion is made using sugar, water, food coloring (optional), flavor (we used lavender buds to infuse flavor) and real magic.
Are love potions illegal?
Love potions are not illegal, however best practices for witches are to only do spells for everyone’s highest and best good.
Do love potions really work?
Love potions have been employed for thousands of years. You’ll have to try it to see if it works for you.
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Learn to make a homemade love potion using sugar, water, food coloring, flavor (such as herbs or extract) and real magic.
Instructions
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Begin by combining sugar, water, food coloring and flavor in a small pot. Heat to medium heat until the sugar is completely dissolved. Stir as the mixture is dissolving.
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Once the sugar is dissolved, remove the pot from heat and let it cool to room temperature. This will give the fresh herbs (if using) more time to steep into the mixture.
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Strain into a small pitcher or any container with a pouring spout. Make sure all herbs are strained out.
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Using a small funnel, strain the mixture into each potion bottle. Label them if desired.
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These potions (syrups) can be stored in containers in the fridge. They will last for at least one month if stored in the refrigerator.
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Don’t forget to add real magic! This can be done by letting your child enchant each bottle using a magic wand (you may use a wooden kitchen spoon if a wand is not available).
Notes
- The best way to enjoy love potion is by adding about a tablespoon to a fresh, hot cup of tea.
- Use any color you like or omit the color entirely for a clear potion.
- The most magical part of these potions are the handmade labels in children’s handwriting. I think it adds a special something!
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Love Potion Recipe
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% Daily Value*
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Notice: Nutrition is auto-calculated, using Spoonacular, for your convenience. Where relevant, we recommend using your own nutrition calculations.
