How to Make Simple Syrup

"Did you know you can make it homemade in just 5 minutes? Simple syrup is a liquid sweetener used in many cocktails and coffee drinks. As a certified mixologist who's published over 300 cocktail recipes, I quickly realized homemade simple syrup was an important skill to master. Making your own simple syrup takes exactly 5 minutes and costs pennies! Having a jar in your fridge is key to making the perfect whiskey sour or gimlet on moments notice."

"Simple syrup is a liquid sweetener made from equal parts sugar and water. The heat dissolves the sugar completely, making a clear syrup that blends easily into cold beverages. I use it in everything from classic cocktails to iced coffee, and it's one of those kitchen staples I always keep on hand."

"Add equal parts granulated sugar and water to a saucepan and heat over medium heat. (Use ½ cup each sugar and water to make ¾ cup simple syrup, or 1 cup of each to make 1 ½ cups syrup.) Stir until the sugar is dissolved, about 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from the heat before it simmers (or when the temperature reaches 140°F). Cool to room temperature before using. Store refrigerated in a sealed container for 1 month."

Simple syrup is a liquid sweetener made from equal parts sugar and water. Heat dissolves the sugar to form a clear syrup that mixes easily into cold beverages. Combine equal volumes of granulated sugar and water, heat over medium while stirring until dissolved, and remove before simmering or at approximately 140°F. Cool to room temperature and store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to one month. A 1:1 ratio yields standard syrup; a richer version uses more sugar for thicker sweetness. A jar of syrup enables quick cocktail and coffee preparation.

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