DIY Sugar Syrup for Your Home Bar
Sugar syrup is an essential ingredient for countless cocktails and a must-have for any home bar. The best part? It’s incredibly easy to make and only takes a few minutes.
As a key component in creating balance in drinks, sugar syrup appears in thousands of cocktails, including classics like Mojitos and Daiquiris. Here’s how to make it at home.
What You’ll Need
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 sealable glass jar
Method
- Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan and stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then let it simmer for a few minutes.
- Allow to cool, then transfer the syrup into a sealable bottle or jar.
- Store in the fridge for up to 3–4 weeks.
Essential Tip: Infuse Your Syrup
Take your sugar syrup to the next level by infusing it with flavours. Simply pour the cooled syrup into jars with ingredients like basil, mint, rosemary, ginger, honey, raspberry, or citrus. Once the syrup has absorbed the flavours, remove the added ingredients and enjoy your signature creation!
With this simple recipe, you’ll always have a versatile cocktail base ready for any drink. Perfect for impressing friends, experimenting with mixology, or just enjoying a delicious cocktail at home.