Yes, the leaves will be fine but can I ask what you're making? I have access to lots of fig leaves and often wonder how to use them.

I like making fig leaves syrup. It tastes amazing with some lime juice and sparkling water. I just let them simmer for 20 minutes and than take them out and put sugar. (300g of sugar for 500 mL of water). I also add a bit of citric acid for balance. But this time I need them for making a beer with fig leaves and some other fruit.

Sounds good. I might try it.

How long does the syrup keep?

It's good for 2 weeks in the fridge. After that it starts to ferment a little.

floral_uk, I was curious so did a search: Fig leaf recipes

eta: WHY has houzz altered links so that they don’t stand out from normal text?