Seed Oil Free Simple Syrup
Sweetening drinks, cocktails, and desserts gets a whole lot cleaner when you know exactly what's in the bottle. Most commercial syrups and flavored sweeteners sneak in additives, preservatives, or processing aids that have no business being in something so simple — but this version is just sugar and water, full stop. A gentle stir over medium heat is all it takes to bring the two together into a silky, crystal-clear liquid that dissolves instantly into anything cold or hot. Keeping the heat low and steady — no boiling — is the key to a smooth result without any unwanted caramelization. Once it cools and goes into the fridge, you've got a reliable staple on hand for weeks. It's the kind of pantry basic that quietly makes everything else taste better.
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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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