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Simple Syrup

Keep this staple in your fridge so you'll have it on hand for nonalcoholic cocktails and, of course, their boozy counterparts.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 1 1/2 cups

Ingredients

1 cup sugar
1 cup water

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Combine 1 cup sugar and 1 cup water in a jar, cover, and shake until sugar is dissolved.

  2. Do Ahead

    Step 2

    Simple syrup can be made 3 months ahead. Cover and keep chilled.

TagsDairy FreeGluten FreeNut FreeVegetarianVeganQuickEasy5 Ingredients or FewerMake AheadNo-CookBon Appétit
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