5 from 6 votes
Simple Syrup
Simple syrup (a.k.a. sugar syrup) is quick and easy to make and it's a bartender's essential ingredient for all types of drinks and cocktails. Make it as plain simple syrup or double strength rich syrup. I'll show you how.
Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
3 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings:
12
Calories:
97 kcal
Course:
Condiments
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
FOR SIMPLE SYRUP:
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
FOR RICH SYRUP:
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 cup water
Instructions
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SIMPLE SYRUP & RICH SYRUP:
- Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium high heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar is dissolved. Let the simple syrup cool then transfer to an airtight storage container or glass jar.
- Store at room temperature for 2-3 weeks or in the refrigerator for 2-3 months.
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Notes
- Makes about 1 1/2 cups of simple syrup
Nutrition Information
Calories
97kcal
(5%)
Carbohydrates
25g
(8%)
Sodium
2mg
(0%)
Potassium
1mg
(0%)
Sugar
25g
(50%)
Calcium
1mg
(0%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 97
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 97kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 25g | 8% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 1mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 25g | 50% |
| Calcium | 1mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.