Citrus Free Simple Syrup
Sweet, versatile, and endlessly useful, this two-ingredient syrup is a kitchen staple that belongs in every home cook's fridge. It's the kind of thing that quietly upgrades everything from homemade lemonade alternatives to cocktails, mocktails, iced teas, and baked goods. For anyone navigating a citrus-free lifestyle, store-bought flavored syrups can be a minefield — many are spiked with lemon juice, orange extract, or citric acid as a preservative. This recipe keeps things completely clean with nothing but granulated sugar and water, so you know exactly what you're pouring. The technique is gentle and low-fuss: just stir over medium heat until the sugar dissolves, then cool and bottle. It keeps beautifully in the refrigerator, ready to sweeten whatever you're making without a second thought.
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16 servings
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- 1
Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved and the liquid is clear, about 3–4 minutes. Do not let the mixture boil.
- 2
Remove the pan from the heat and let the syrup cool in the pan for 20 minutes, until it reaches room temperature.
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