Sugar Syrup Cocktail Ingredient

Sweetener

Simple syrup is the bartender's secret weapon for adding perfect sweetness to cocktails without the grittiness of granulated sugar. This liquid sweetener dissolves instantly in cold cocktails, ensuring smooth texture and even flavor distribution. Made from equal parts sugar and water, simple syrup is essential for classic cocktails like daiquiris, mojitos, and whiskey sours.

The beauty of simple syrup lies in its neutral sweetness that enhances other flavors without competing. Unlike granulated sugar that can leave undissolved crystals, simple syrup integrates completely into shaken and stirred cocktails. The liquid form also allows for precise measurement and consistent sweetness levels across multiple drinks.

Making simple syrup at home takes just minutes and costs a fraction of store-bought versions. Heat equal parts water and sugar until the sugar dissolves completely, then cool before using. Rich simple syrup uses a 2:1 sugar-to-water ratio for more concentrated sweetness and longer shelf life.

Essential simple syrup cocktails include the classic daiquiri, where it balances rum and lime juice, and the mojito, where it sweetens the mint and citrus combination. The whiskey sour showcases how simple syrup creates harmony between bourbon and lemon juice, while the gin fizz demonstrates its role in refreshing, effervescent drinks.

Store homemade simple syrup refrigerated for up to one month in a clean glass bottle. Add a splash of vodka to extend shelf life, or make smaller batches more frequently. Consider making flavored simple syrups with herbs, spices, or fruits for creative cocktail variations.

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Amaretto Sour

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sournuttysweet

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Amaretto
Angostura
Egg WhiteOptional
Ice Cubes
Lemon Juice
Sugar Syrup

Appletini

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fruitysoursweet

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Apple Liqueur
Lemon Juice
Sugar Syrup
Vodka

Aviation

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floralcitrusysweet

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Crème de VioletteOptional
Gin
Lemon Juice
Maraschino
Sugar Syrup

Beverly Hills Iced Tea

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spirit forwardeffervescentcitrusysoursweet

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Champagne
Gin
Ice Cubes
Lemon Juice
Rum
Sugar Syrup
Tequila
Triple Sec
Vodka

Boston Sour

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spirit forwardcitrusytart

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Angostura
Big Rock
Bourbon
Egg White
Lemon Juice
Sugar Syrup

Bramble

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sourfreshfruitysweet

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Crème de Mûre
Crushed Ice
Gin
Lemon Juice
Sugar Syrup

Caipirinha

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sweetspirit forwardsourcitrusy

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Cachaça
Crushed Ice
Lime Juice
Sugar Syrup

Daiquiri

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sweetsourbalancedcitrusy

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Lime Juice
Rum
Sugar Syrup

Espresso Martini

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spirit forwardsweet

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Cacao Bitters
Coffee Liqueur
Espresso
Sugar Syrup
Vodka

French 75

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citrusyeffervescentfresh

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Champagne
Gin
Lemon Juice
Sugar Syrup

Frozen Fruit Daiquiri

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sweetfruitysourcitrusy

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Crushed Ice
Frozen Fruit
Fruit Liqueur
Lime Juice
Rum
Sugar Syrup

Frozen Fruit Margarita

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sweetsourcitrusyfruity

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Crushed Ice
Frozen Fruit
Fruit Liqueur
Lime Juice
Sugar Syrup
Tequila

Gin Basil Smash

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freshherby

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Basil
Crushed Ice
Gin
Lemon Juice
Sugar Syrup

Gin Fizz

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citrusyeffervescentsour

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Gin
Ice CubesOptional
Lemon Juice
Soda Water
Sugar Syrup

Gin Sour

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balancedcitrusy

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Egg White
Gin
Lemon Juice
Sugar Syrup

Long Beach Iced Tea

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tartspirit forwardsweetfruity

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Cranberry Juice
Gin
Ice Cubes
Lemon Juice
Rum
Sugar Syrup
Tequila
Triple Sec
Vodka

Long Island Iced Tea

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sourspirit forwardsweet

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Cola
Gin
Ice Cubes
Lemon Juice
Rum
Sugar Syrup
Tequila
Triple Sec
Vodka

Margarita

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sweetsourbalancedcitrusy

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Lime Juice
Sugar Syrup
Tequila
Triple Sec

Minatō Coriander Smash

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herbysourfresh

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Coriander
Gin
Ice Cubes
Lime Juice
Minato Yuzu
Salt
Sugar Syrup

Mint Julep

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spirit forwardherbysweet

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Angostura
Bourbon
Crushed Ice
Mint
Sugar Syrup

Mojito

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sweetherbyfreshbalancedcitrusy

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Crushed Ice
Lime Juice
Mint
Rum
Soda Water
Sugar Syrup

Pineapple Daiquiri

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fruitycitrusyspirit forward

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Lime Juice
Pineapple Puree
Rum
Sugar Syrup

Pisco Sour

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sourcitrusy

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Egg White
Lime Juice
Pisco
Sugar Syrup

Sazerac

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spicyspirit forwardherby

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Absinthe
Crushed Ice
Peychaud's Bitter
Sugar Syrup
Whiskey

Sidecar

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citrusyspirit forwardsweet

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Cognac
Lemon Juice
Sugar Syrup
Triple Sec

Tom Collins

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citrusyeffervescentfresh

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Gin
Ice Cubes
Lemon Juice
Soda Water
Sugar Syrup

Whisky Sour

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sourspirit forwardcitrusy

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Big RockOptional
Bourbon
Egg WhiteOptional
Lemon Juice
Sugar Syrup

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