Ingredient

Lemon Syrup

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add lemon syrup to foods primarily for its sweet and tart flavor, as …

What is Lemon Syrup?

Lemon syrup is a sweet, tangy liquid made by combining lemon juice (or lemon flavoring), sugar, and water. It can range in consistency from thin to thick, depending on the sugar concentration and preparation method.

Is Lemon Syrup vegan?

Lemon Syrup is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is Lemon Syrup a major allergen?

Not a major allergen.

What is Lemon Syrup used for?

Manufacturers add lemon syrup to foods primarily for its sweet and tart flavor, as well as to provide moisture.

Is Lemon Syrup safe?

Lemon syrup is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) as its main components are lemon juice, sugar, and water.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add lemon syrup to foods primarily for its sweet and tart flavor, as well as to provide moisture. It is commonly found in baked goods like cakes and cupcakes, desserts such as ice cream and sorbet, and sometimes in beverages.

Health notes

Lemon syrup is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) as its main components are lemon juice, sugar, and water. The primary health consideration relates to its sugar content. The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans advise no recommended amount of added sugars, and at most 10 grams of added sugars per meal.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen.

Foods that contain Lemon Syrup

Compare products →

Learn more

Sugar Alcohols and Non-Nutritive Sweeteners →

Auto-generated content. This description was generated automatically and is pending editorial review. Inaccuracies are possible. Found a mistake? Contact us.

Last updated: October 6, 2026

Note: This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice. Check the package label; formulations change.