Simple Syrup

Simple Syrup (and a few easy variations)

Basic simple syrup is equal parts sugar + water, gently warmed until the sugar dissolves. It sweetens cocktails smoothly and is very versatile.

How To Make Classic Simple Syrup (1:1)

Best for: most cocktails, quick mixing, everyday use

Ingredients

  • 1 cup sugar

  • 1 cup water

Method

  1. Combine sugar and water in a small saucepan.

  2. Warm over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, just until the sugar fully dissolves.
    Do not boil! Just warm and stir until dissolved.

  3. Remove from heat and let cool completely.

  4. Transfer to a clean glass jar or bottle.

Storage

  • Refrigerate.

  • Best within 2–3 weeks .

Rich Simple Syrup (2:1)

Best for: Old Fashioned-style drinks, spirit-forward cocktails, longer fridge life

Ingredients

  • 2 cups sugar

  • 1 cup water

Method

Same as above—warm gently until dissolved, cool, bottle.

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Now you can see how this works..

 

Variations:

Sweeteners: You can use maple syrup, Honey, agave nectar, or play with sugars such as Demerara, Brown, or Turbinado. 

Additions:

Herbs: you can add herbs to your simple syrup such as:  rosemary, thyme, mint, basil.

Spices: You can add different spices to your simple syrups such as: cinnamon, pepper, vanilla, cloves. 

 

Simple syrup is the base sweetener in a lot of cocktails, you can make them your own, experiment, taste to make your drinks special and honed to your tastes.