simple syrup
noun
: a sweetening agent made by melting granulated sugar in hot water
The drink developers decided they could add "dashes" of unsweetened, natural flavor, such as vanilla or hazelnut, and give customers the option to add or subtract pumps of simple syrup for more or less sweetness (each pump of syrup contains five grams of sugar).—
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In a shaker, combine tequila, lime juice, and triple sec with a splash of jalapeño simple syrup.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 June 2025
This bright, tropical cocktail is made with Absolut Mango vodka, vibrant passion fruit purée, fresh lime juice, and a touch of simple syrup, topped with crisp club soda.
—Amber Love Bond, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025
Shake milk, cream, simple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt with ice until chilled.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 8 May 2025
Pour a few tablespoons of the mint simple syrup over the ice, then fill the glass with bourbon.
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—Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 3 May 2025
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Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 June 2025
This bright, tropical cocktail is made with Absolut Mango vodka, vibrant passion fruit purée, fresh lime juice, and a touch of simple syrup, topped with crisp club soda.
—Amber Love Bond, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025
Shake milk, cream, simple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt with ice until chilled.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 8 May 2025
Pour a few tablespoons of the mint simple syrup over the ice, then fill the glass with bourbon.
7.
—Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 3 May 2025
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“Simple syrup.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/simple%20syrup. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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