Infused Simple Syrup

Intermediate

This is a staple cocktail sweetener consisting of equal-parts granulated sugar and water. From there, the variations are endless. Give your cocktails an extra bit of ‘oomph’ with an infused simple syrup.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup of granulated white sugar
  • 1/2 cup of water
  • Infusion options:
    - 1/2 jalepeno
    - Splash of vanilla extract or vanilla bean
    - Cinnamon stick
    - 2 Rosemary sprigs
    - Knob of fresh ginger
    - Anything else your heart desires

Equipment

  • Sauce pan

Method

  • Add sugar, water and chosen infusion ingredient to a small saucepan (over medium heat)
  • Stir until the sugar is totally dissolved
  • Let it cool in the pan then pour it into a glass jar (including your infusion ingredient) and seal it tightly with a lid
  • *Simply syrup will keep for about one month if refrigerated