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How to Make Simple Syrup

It is so easy to make homemade simple syrups for cocktails and cakes. Make a classic simple syrup, a honey simple syrup, or check out the variations below. And don't be afraid to experiment with making flavored simple syrups in the flavors that you love!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 32 kcal
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: International

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup water
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar or brown sugar, demerara, honey, etc.

Instructions

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  1. Combine the water and sugar or honey in a small pot and heat over low heat until the sugar dissolves into the water completely.
  2. Pour into a small jar and let cool.
  3. Store in the refrigerator for one to two weeks.

Notes

  • You can scale up or down this 1:1 simple syrup recipe as you desire.
  • Heat the sugar and water over low heat. Do not let your simple syrup come to a boil or you may end up with caramel instead of simple syrup. You can also make simple syrup in the refrigerator, but it will take much longer for the sugar to dissolve.
  • You can make flavored simple syrups by steeping herbs, spices, or fruit in your sugar and water solution as it cools. Strain out the flavor makers before storing in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Information

Calories 32kcal (2%) Carbohydrates 9g (3%) Protein 1g (2%) Sodium 1mg (0%) Potassium 6mg (0%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 9g (18%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 1mg (0%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 32

% Daily Value*

Calories 32kcal 2%
Carbohydrates 9g 3%
Protein 1g 2%
Sodium 1mg 0%
Potassium 6mg 0%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 9g 18%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 1mg 0%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.