Elisabeth Lambert Ortiz

Simple Syrup

Preparation info
    • Difficulty

      Easy

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top 1000The Complete Book of Caribbean Cooking
The Complete Book of Caribbean Cooking

By Elisabeth Lambert Ortiz

Published 1973

  • About

Sugar does not dissolve readily in alcohol, and for this reason caster sugar is specified in drinks. Simple syrup gives a much smoother drink and is very easy to make.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. granulated sugar
  • ¾ pint cold water

Method

Combine the sugar and water in a bowl. Stir from time to time until the sugar is dissolved. Use in drinks instead of sugar; ½ oz. (1 tablespoon) simple syrup equals 1½ teaspoons sugar.