Recipes Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Syrup Recipes Simple Syrup 4.8 (295) 208 Reviews 34 Photos Learn how to make simple syrup to use in homemade cocktails and other drink recipes. It's easy to make with just two ingredients! Submitted by Shaggy Updated on November 21, 2022 Tested by Allrecipes Test Kitchen Tested by Allrecipes Test Kitchen The Allrecipes Test Kitchen staff are a team of culinary pros who make and vet recipes using only equipment you'd find in a home kitchen. Staff credentials vary but include training at the Culinary Institute of America; kitchen stints in fine dining restaurants; and countless hours in the test kitchen itself. Meet the Allrecipes Test Kitchen Save Rate Print Share 34 34 34 34 34 Prep Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Total Time: 15 mins Servings: 16 Yield: 1 1/3 cups Jump to Nutrition Facts Skip the store-bought stuff and make simple syrup at home with just two ingredients you already have on hand. What Is Simple Syrup? Simple syrup is made by cooking equal parts sugar and water until the mixture is slightly thickened. It can be used as a sweetener in cooking and baking, but it's most commonly used as an ingredient in cocktails. Simple Syrup Ingredients Basic simple syrup consists of equal amounts of white sugar and water. You can infuse homemade simple syrup with fresh herbs like rosemary, mint, or lavender. How to Make Simple Syrup Making simple syrup at home couldn't be, well, simpler. Here's a very brief overview of what you can expect: Combine the sugar and water in a saucepan and bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar has dissolved. Cocktails With Simple Syrup Put your homemade simple syrup to good use with one of these impressive cocktail recipes: · Classic Old Fashioned· Easy Homemade Whiskey Sour· Tom Collins Cocktail· Gimlet Cocktail· Watermelon Margaritas More Recipes With Simple Syrup Your simple syrup shouldn't be limited to cocktails! You can also use simple syrup to make sorbet, to sweeten tea and lemonade, or to keep cakes moist. How Long Does Simple Syrup Last? Allow the simple syrup to cool completely, then transfer to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to one month. Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise "Super easy to make," says Richard_O. "Used it to sweeten some homemade cocktails and it was perfect! I might try adding some fruit or mint to it next time while boiling for a different taste!" "Easy peasy — and a very nice alternative to plain sugar for iced tea," according to MO City Reviewer. "I'll be keeping a bottle of this on hand in the fridge from now on." "I use this simple syrup to sweeten my tea all the time," says Casey. "Quicker, cheaper, and easier to make than to go to the store to buy it. And of course it's super versatile, as it also works great in cocktails and to help moisten a cake." Editorial contributions by Corey Williams Ingredients 1 cup white sugar 1 cup water Directions Combine sugar and water in a medium saucepan over medium heat; bring to a boil, stirring, until sugar has dissolved. Allow to cool. Pour into a clean jar and seal with a tight-fitting lid; store in the refrigerator for up to one month. Editor's Note: Try using this in a lemon drop or old-fashioned. I Made It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 48 Calories 13g Carbs Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 16 Calories 48 % Daily Value * Sodium 0mg 0% Total Carbohydrate 13g 5% Total Sugars 13g Calcium 1mg 0% Potassium 0mg 0% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. ** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved