Easy Demerara Simple Syrup (Regular + Rich Demerara Syrup Recipe)
This easy demerara simple syrup recipe brings rich caramel notes to any drink. Made with just demerara sugar and water, this two-ingredient sweetener adds depth and complexity to cocktails, coffee drinks, and more. You can make it as a standard 1:1 ratio simple syrup or as a rich demerara syrup using a 2:1 sugar-to-water ratio for a thicker, more intensely flavored result.
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Equipment
- 1 1.5-quart saucepan
- 1 fine mesh sieve
- 1 spoon or spatula
Ingredients
Classic Demerara Syrup
- 220 g demerara sugar 1 cup
- 237 g filtered water 1 cup
Rich Demerara Syrup
- 220 g demerara sugar 1 cup
- 118 g filtered water 1/2 cup
Instructions
- Heat. Pour water into a small saucepan and heat over medium heat.237 g filtered water
- Combine. Add in demerara sugar and stir occasionally until it dissolves. A low simmer is okay, but don't allow it to boil!220 g demerara sugar
- Cool. Remove the pan from heat. Allow the mix to cool slightly, then store it in an airtight container.
- Store. Store your demerara simple syrup in an airtight storage container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. You can also store it in the freezer for longer-term storage.
Notes
Recipe Notes
Whether you're making a rich demerara syrup or a traditional one, the instructions are the same! The only thing that differs is the ratio of ingredients. For a rich demerara syrup, the ratio is 2:1, or two parts sugar to one part water. For a classic demerara syrup, the ratio is 1:1, or one part sugar to one part water.ℹ️ troubleshooting tips
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- too thin - if you want a thicker syrup, like a rich syrup, you can simmer your simple syrup for a bit longer to allow extra water to evaporate.
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- too thick - on the other hand, if your syrup is too thick when it cools, you can add more water, 1 TBSP at a time, until it gets to a consistency you like.
- can't find demerara sugar - if you can't find sugar that's specifically called "demerara sugar," you can use turbinado sugar or sugar in the raw instead!
🍽️ how to use demerara syrup
cocktails-
- Cuban daiquiri- this classic cocktail is one of the OG bespoke beverages for a reason! Using demerara simple syrup in this classic Cuban daiquiri.
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- demerara margarita - swap out agave nectar for demerara simple syrup for a deeper, toasty twist on this classic citrus cocktail!
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- demerara old fashioned - by using this simple syrup in an old fashioned recipe, you get a deeper, more warm flavor profile than when you are using regular simple syrup.
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- demerara iced espressos - If you find yourself needing a daily caffeine fix, you’ll love adding your homemade simple syrups to your morning coffee routine. This demerara sugar syrup adds a wonderfully rich flavor to iced coffee beverages like double shot iced shaken espressos and iced Americanos!
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- demerara iced tea - demerara iced green tea is a delightfully refreshing drink on a hot summer day! The complex sweetness of the syrup plays up the delicate floral flavors of teas beautifully!
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- demerara lemonade - swap out the regular granulated sugar in your lemonade recipe for this simple syrup to take your lemonade to the next level!
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- in recipes - I love using this syrup in place of maple syrup or honey in recipes like homemade granola and even salad dressings!
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- keep baked goods moist - use this simple syrup to brush layer cakes and keep them moist between layers!
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- gift it - strain your syrup into cute lil bottles for an adorable hostess gift! You can also make a "build your own cocktail basket" by including mini bottles of liquor, this syrup, and a few garnishes and glasses!
Nutrition
Calories: 73kcalCarbohydrates: 18gSodium: 2mgPotassium: 5mgSugar: 18gCalcium: 3mgIron: 0.1mg
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Keyword: cocktail, demerara, easy, quick, simple syrup