Simple syrups are a great way to sweeten your cocktails with minimal change in flavour. A traditional simple syrup consists of one part sugar and one part water—a 1:1 ratio—but a rich simple syrup has a 2:1 ratio with two parts sugar for every one part water, resulting in a more condensed sweetness. When it comes to mouthfeel, the rich simple syrup is more viscous than simple syrup and creates a thicker texture for your cocktails.

The standard is to use white granulated sugar for simple syrup to create a more neutral sweetener, but other types of sugar work as well, such as palm or demerara to enhance the depth of flavour.

INGREDIENTS

• ½ cup water
• 1 cup sugar

DIRECTIONS

1. Add sugar and water to a saucepan over medium-high heat.
2. Simmer and stir until the sugar has fully dissolved.
3. Let cool at room temperature.
4. Transfer to an airtight container (glass works best).
5. Refrigerate.