Simple Syrups

Homemade syrups are the secret ingredient that’ll turn any basic beverage into something totally drool-worthy, whether your making cocktails or mocktails! 🤤

From classic 1:1 ratio syrups to seasonal flavored infusions, I’ve got all the tricks to make your drinks pop!

Try some pumpkin spice syrup in the fall, cool off with fresh watermelon syrup in summer – the possibilities are endless. Time to show those store-bought syrups who’s boss! 😎

🔤 simple syrup 101

Start here if you’re new to making syrups at home!

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How to Make Simple Syrup (Stovetop & No-Heat Syrup Recipe)

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Best Substitute for Simple Syrup

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How to Freeze Simple Syrup (Storing Homemade Simple Syrup)

Simple Syrup Supplies: Everything You Need to Make Syrups at Home

😌 classic simple syrup recipes

These syrups are the best basic ones to make to take any drink to the next level.

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Demerara Simple Syrup (Classic Syrup for Cocktails)

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Agave Simple Syrup (Easy Agave Syrup for Drinks)

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Brown Sugar Simple Syrup (Brown Sugar Syrup with Dark or Light Sugar)

A bottle of lemon honey simple syrup sits on a wooden cutting board surrounded by lemons and honey.

Lemon Honey Simple Syrup (for Cocktails & Mocktails)

🏆 most popular recipes

Season after season, these are the top-visited syrups on the blog for a reason!

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Strawberry Simple Syrup (Infused Strawberry Syrup)

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Lemon Simple Syrup (Fresh Lemon Juice and Zest)

A bottle of pineapple simple syrup sits on a wooden cutting board next to a pile of pineapple chunks. There are pineapples in the background, including a sliced half of a pineapple.

Pineapple Simple Syrup (Easy Pineapple Syrup for Drinks)

A bottle of homemade grapefruit simple syrup sits on a wooden cutting board on a marble countertop. There is a small dish of simple syrup in front of the bottle and a cut grapefruit to the side of the bottle.

Grapefruit Simple Syrup (for Cocktails and Mocktails)

🤫 sweet syrup secrets

Here are a few things I wish everyone knew before making syrups at home…

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Weigh It Out

Baking and pastry school showed me the magic of measuring by weight instead of volume.

It’s the best way to get consistent results every time, which is super important with making homemade beverages.

Tools Matter

Having the right tools for the job is one of the easiest ways to set yourself up for success!

When you’re making syrups at home, you only need a few specific tools, but it’s important to get the best you can afford so they’ll last!

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Get Creative

Your imagination is the secret ingredient, especially with syrups!

Simple syrups are sort of like a gateway recipe— once you start playing around with flavors, you’ll find yourself making tons of drinks!

👩🏻‍🍳 use your syrups!

Once you’ve made your syrup, you’re ready for endless options! Check out these recipe categories for inspiration!

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coffees

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🍓 fruit-infused simple syrups

These syrups use peak-season produce like berries, citrus, and tropical fruits infused in classic simple syrup! Craving more? Explore more fruit-infused syrups here!

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🌿 herbal syrups, tea-infused syrups, & more!

These syrups are infused with garden-fresh herbs, culinary flowers, herbal teas, and beloved spices. Want more? Explore the collection of herb, spice, floral and tea-based syrups!

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🍭 fun & nostalgic syrups

These syrups are inspired by whimsical flavors and carefree days!