How to Make Sugar Water for Drinks

The sugar water used for drinks is commonly known as "simple syrup." It is simple to make if you remember that the golden simple syrup ratio is 1:1. Use one part sugar to one part water.

Things You'll Need

• 4 cups water
• 4 cups sugar
• Medium pot
• Stove
• Jar or bottle with lid

Instructions

1. Combine four cups water and four cups sugar in a medium-sized pot to make roughly 4 cups of simple syrup. If you want more or less simple syrup, use the 1:1 ratio to make the desired amount.

2. Turn on the stove burner to medium heat in order to achieve a slight boil. Stir occasionally if desired, and check periodically. This step is complete when the sugar is completely dissolved and the solution is perfectly clear.

3. Remove pan from heat and allow the solution to cool.

4. Use the desired amount of simple syrup in drinks, and store the rest in a jar or bottle with a lid. Simple syrup can be stored in a refrigerator for up to one month.

Tips & Warnings

• Simple syrup is essential for making drinks such as Mojitos, but it has other uses as well. Try it as a liquid sweetener in coffee or grapefruit juice, or mix it with fruit zest for toppings in baking.

References

• Brooklyn Farmhouse: How to Make Simple Syrup
• AllRecipes.com: Making Simple Syrup

Resources

• Simple Trick to Make Simple Syrup