How to make cocktail syrups

Cocktail syrups are an essential part of any good cocktail. They add sweetness, flavour, and complexity to a drink, and they're surprisingly easy to make at home. In this blog post, we'll cover everything you need to know about making your own cocktail syrups.

What are Cocktail Syrups?
Cocktail syrups are sweeteners that are added to cocktails to balance out the bitterness of alcohol and add flavour. They come in a wide variety of flavour’s, from classic simple syrup to more complex syrups made with fruits, herbs, and spices.

Before you get started follow Swygge’ s Top Tips when making syrups

1. Never let your syrup boil, when it goes clear it means it ready. Take off the heat immediately.
2. To make a healthier version of a cocktail syrup you can use 2 parts water to 1 part sugar, if you don’t want a super sweet cocktail.
3. To make an even healthier version of your cocktail, swap out the syrup completely and use 100% Agave Nectar instead.
4. Experiment with leftover produce to create zero waste cocktails.
5. Try using different teas to add a different dimension to your syrups.

How to Make Simple Syrup
Simple syrup is the most basic cocktail syrup, and it's used in a wide variety of cocktails. It's made by dissolving sugar in equal parts water overheat and can be used as a base for other syrups or as a standalone sweetener. Here's how to make it:

Ingredients:
1 cup sugar
1 cup water

Instructions:
Combine sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat.
Stir occasionally until the sugar dissolves completely.
Remove from heat and let cool.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a month.

How to Make Fruit Syrups
Fruit syrups are a great way to add natural sweetness and flavour to cocktails. They're made by combining fruit, sugar, and water overheat, and can be used in a variety of drinks. Here's how to make a basic fruit syrup:

Ingredients:
1 cup fruit (fresh or frozen)
1 cup sugar
1 cup water

Instructions:
Combine fruit, sugar, and water in a small saucepan over medium heat.
Stir occasionally until the sugar dissolves completely.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and let cook for 10-15 minutes.
Remove from heat and let cool.
Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve, pressing the fruit to extract as much liquid as possible.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a month.

How to Make Herb and Spice Syrups
Herb and spice syrups are a great way to add unique flavours and aromas to cocktails. They're made by combining herbs, spices, sugar, and water overheat, and can be used in a variety of drinks. Here's how to make a basic herb and spice syrup:

Ingredients:
1 cup sugar
1 cup water
1/4 cup fresh herbs or spices (e.g., rosemary, cinnamon, ginger)

Instructions:
Combine sugar, water, and herbs or spices in a small saucepan over medium heat.
Stir occasionally until the sugar dissolves completely.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and let cook for 10-15 minutes.
Remove from heat and let cool.
Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve, pressing the herbs or spices to extract as much liquid as possible.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a month.

Making your own cocktail syrups is an easy and fun way to add flavour and complexity to your drinks. With just a few simple ingredients and some heat, you can create syrups that are more flavourful and healthier than store-bought alternatives. Experiment with different fruits, herbs, and spices to create your own unique syrups, and enjoy the endless possibilities of homemade cocktails.

Let us know in the comments if you have anu questions or how you get on. We love to hear from you. 

Happy Sipping, 

The Swygge Team