Honey Simple Syrup

Homemade Honey Simple Syrup is a perfect addition for your spring and summer cocktail and mocktail recipes! A sweet addition to add to your drink for lots of flavor.

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Why You Will Love This Recipe

Honey simple syrup, also known as honey syrup, is a sweetening syrup made by combining honey and water.

It’s a versatile ingredient used in various culinary applications, particularly in cocktails and beverages, but it can also be used in cooking and baking.

This homemade syrup is perfect for spring and summer recipes.

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FAQs

Can honey replace simple syrup?

It is best to use a honey simple syrup as honey straight can become chunky when exposed to cold ingredients.

What’s the difference between honey and honey simple syrup?

Honey is straight honey, and honey simple syrup is honey melted with some water.

Is honey syrup 1 to 1 or 2 to 1?

You can use a stronger ratio of honey to water if you want a thicker, stronger honey flavor. Most simple syrups are a 1 to 1 ratio of sugar to water, which equates to 1 part honey to one part water.

How long does honey simple syrup last?

Honey simple syrup lasts a month in the refrigerator.

Does honey syrup need to be refrigerated?

Yes, honey syrup should be refrigerated.

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Honey Simple Syrup

Homemade Honey Simple Syrup is a perfect sweet recipe for a dessert, baked goods, cocktails, and mocktails! A sweet syrup made with honey perfect for spring and summer floral flavors.
Cook Time 10 minutes
Course Cocktail, Mocktail
Cuisine International
Servings 0.5 cup

Equipment

  • Small Pot
  • Measuring Cups
  • Spoon

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup honey
  • ½ cup water

Instructions
 

  • Combine the honey and water in a small pot. Heat over medium heat.
  • When simmering, reduce heat to low and continue to simmer 15 minutes.
  • Let the syrup cool before using. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.

Notes

1/2 cup is 8 tablespoons, or 4 ounces. Easily increase or decrease quantity of the recipe based on how much you want to make.
Keyword Mixers and Syrups, Spring

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