Simply Divine Simple Syrups

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Emily H
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A simple syrup is really just a combination of equal parts sugar and water boiled until the sugar has dissolved. Simple syrups are perfect to use in cold drinks where water won’t dissolve on its own, and the best part is that once it’s made, you can keep it in the fridge for up to 4 weeks! Here are some fun flavor combinations for you to try and drinks to use it in.

Sage

Sage is such a beautiful flavor to add to cocktails, especially with fruits like blackberry and blueberry. As soon as the sugar has dissolved into the water, put some fresh sage leaves into the pot and steep for at least 20 minutes, longer if you want it stronger or more leaves for less time for the same desired effect.

Mint

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Put a twist on you cocktails 🍹 or iced tea with this mint infused simple syrup. . . Base Ingredients: 2 cups white sugar 3 cup water . Step 1: Put water and sugar into a pot and bring to a rapid boil. . Step 2: Let it cool completely, and pour into a container. . Step 3: add a bunch of fresh mint leaves This flexible syrup will work in just about any summer cocktail (including these classics). . Mojito Cucumber Cocktail Strawberry Sake Cocktail The Southside Gin Gin Mule The Smash The Philfer Sting Dolce Limon Hendricks Strawberry Jive Queens Park Swizzle Voodoo Priestess Winter High #simplesyrup #mintsimplesyrup #mintinfused #cocktails #coctails🍹 #alcohol #celebration #bartenders #tipsybartender #mojitobar #adultdrinks #summervibes #summerdrinks #tacotuesday

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Mint lemonade is one of the most refreshing drinks to have, especially for summertime. Steep some mint leaves in the syrup but only for about 15 minutes or the flavor will be off and the shelf life will be shortened.

Basil

Peach iced tea is wonderfully sweet, but using basil as a neutralizer makes it even better. Since basil is such a delicate herb, don’t be afraid to use a lot of it in the syrup!