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glass container filled with Simple Syrup on a wooden board. containers of water and sugar are in the background, as well as a white linen.
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5 from 3 votes

Simple Syrup

Simple syrup is a great way to sweeten cocktails, coffees, and teas without the grainy texture of regular sugar.
Prep Time2 minutes
Cook Time8 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Servings: 1 Cup
Author: Meredith

Ingredients

  • 1 C water
  • 1 C granulated sugar

Instructions

  • Place all ingredients in a small saucepan over medium heat
  • Bring to a low boil, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved and mixture has thickened (~5-10mins)*
  • Transfer syrup to a heat-proof, air-tight storage container and store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks

Notes

*Note: the longer you cook your ingredients, the thicker your syrup will be when cooled.
*Store simple syrup in an air-tight container in the fridge. I prefer to use glass containers.