Valentina Ablaev
A simple syrup is a classic sweetener that couldn’t be easier to make! Our simple syrup recipe uses only two ingredients and makes for the perfect sweetener.
From cocktails and easy strawberry lemonades to sweetening your homemade iced coffee, this simple syrup can do it all! Our recent obsession has been our easy mojito mocktail and this simple syrup makes it perfectly delicious!
What is Simple Syrup?
Old-fashioned simple syrup is made from cane sugar. It’s liquid and can be mixed into any drink. This recipe for simple syrup could not be simpler because all you need is sugar and water! It’s that simple, and this homemade syrup is far healthier than anything you can buy at the store.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Easy to follow. This recipe is super simple; anyone can make this homemade syrup.
- Versatile. You can customize this recipe with flavors to make any simple syrup!
- Pantry staples. This recipe used ingredients you most certainly have on hand.
Ingredients for Homemade Simple Syrup:
This recipe uses a 1:1 ratio of sugar and water.
- Cane sugar – any granulated sugar will work.
- Water – this recipe uses equal parts water and sugar.
See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and quantities.
Flavor Variations:
Make your basic simple syrup any flavor you want:
- Brown sugar: Making brown sugar simple syrup is just as simple; just substitute the cane sugar for brown sugar!
- Mint: Add mint leaves to the simmering sugar to create a mint-infused simple syrup. This is perfect for a mojito or any other beverage!
- Lavender: Fresh lavender sprigs can be simmered into the simple syrup to create a lavender-infused syrup. This makes for delicious lavender lemonade and can even be used in teas!
- Fresh herbs and spices: Create rosemary or thyme-infused simple syrup by adding fresh herbs to this sugar syrup. You can also add cinnamon sticks and even basil! The possibilities are endless.
- Vanilla: You can add vanilla extract or vanilla beans to the syrup for a natural vanilla sweetener that can be used in iced cold brews!
- Honey: You can turn honey into a simple syrup, too! It has an incredible flavor and stirs easily into drinks. Simply swap the cane sugar for honey.
How to Make Rich Simple Syrup
The easiest step-by-step to making homemade syrup.
- To a small saucepan, add one part sugar and one part water. Bring to a light boil.
- Turn heat down to a simmer and cook until sugar dissolves, stir lightly. Allow to cool before using.
How to Use Simple Syrup:
- Mocktail: Use this simple syrup in any mocktail recipe!
- Iced tea: Use this simple syrup in southern sweet tea to create the perfect sweet tea.
- Cakes: You can use this simple syrup by adding it to cake layers to moisten them.
Recipe FAQs
Simple syrup stirs into cold beverages better than cane sugar!
You can substitute maple syrup for the cane sugar.
The syrup should be thicker than water but not too thick. An easy way to tell if the syrup is ready is to see if it coats the back of a spoon.
How Long Does Simple Syrup Last?
- Storage. Store the simple syrup in a tight container or jar in the refrigerator for up to a month.
- Freeze. This simple syrup can’t be frozen.
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Simply Syrup Recipe
Instructions
- Add the sugar and water to a saucepan. Bring to a boil and stir until all the sugar has dissolved (1-2 minutes).
- Allow the syrup to cool, and place it in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
- You can make your simple syrup any flavor you want by adding ingredients to the simmering sugar. Our favorite variations include adding mint leaves, lavender, or vanilla beans.
- Store the simple syrup in a jar or an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a month.
- Use the simple syrup in cocktails, iced coffees, lemonade, and teas.
