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Simple Syrup Recipe

A versatile liquid sweetener made with equal parts sugar and water, perfect for cocktails, coffee, and desserts.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: beverage
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup 236ml water, preferably filtered
  • 1 cup 200g granulated sugar, brown sugar, or honey

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • Spoon
  • Airtight container or jar
  • Ice cube tray (optional)
  • Strainer (for flavored syrup)

Method
 

  1. Pour water into a saucepan.
  2. Add sugar to the saucepan.
  3. Place over medium-high heat.
  4. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Swirl the pan occasionally until sugar fully dissolves.
  6. Remove from heat.
  7. Allow syrup to cool completely.
  8. Transfer to an airtight container.
  9. Refrigerate for up to 4 weeks or freeze in ice cube trays.