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Classic Simple Syrup for Cocktails, Mocktails and Baking

A classic simple syrup is an easy recipe to learn by heart, requiring just 2 ingredients, and ideal to have on hand for a variety of uses!
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Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 1 minute
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 0 varies
Calories: 106kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 Cups Granulated White Sugar
  • 2 Cups Water, Preferably Filtered

Instructions

  • Measure out 2 cups of granulated white sugar using a measuring cup, and 2 cups of water using a liquid measuring cup.
  • Add both water and sugar to a pot over medium heat and stir using a wire whisk.
  • At first, the liquid will be cloudy and viscous (thicker than water) until the sugar that has sunk to the bottom of the pan has dissolved.
  • Continue stirring fairly regularly. You'll begin to see little bubbles forming on the bottom of the pan.
  • When the liquid changes from cloudy to clear, you'll know that the sugar has fully dissolved. Remove the syrup from heat.
  • Grab a funnel and a glass bottle or jar (I love this one from Amazon). Carefully pour your syrup back into your liquid measuring cup, if it has a spout, to make it easier to pour directly into the jar. Make sure to keep the top open until the liquid cools.
  • Simple Syrup should be stored in the refrigerator and will easily last several weeks.

Notes

Notes:  Simple Syrup can be used to sweeten iced tea or homemade cocktails/mocktails, brushed onto layer cakes to add moisture before frosting, or to make popsicles.
Fruits, spices, and even herbs can be used to infuse simple syrups for specialty blends.
 

Nutrition

Serving: 1oz | Calories: 106kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Sugar: 28g