Mustard Free Simple Syrup
Sweet, versatile, and endlessly useful, this two-ingredient syrup is a staple worth keeping in your fridge at all times. It comes together in just minutes on the stovetop with nothing but sugar and water — no additives, no preservatives, and absolutely nothing to second-guess. For anyone navigating an allergy or sensitivity, store-bought flavored syrups and cocktail mixers can be a minefield of unexpected ingredients, making a homemade batch like this a genuinely smart swap. The technique is simple: gentle heat and steady stirring until the sugar dissolves into a perfectly clear liquid, then a slow cool before bottling. Use it to sweeten iced coffee, lemonade, cocktails, mocktails, or homemade sauces — anywhere you need sweetness that blends in smoothly without the graininess of raw sugar. Stored in a sealed jar in the refrigerator, it stays ready whenever you need it.
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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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