Take your simple syrup game to another level by making it spicy, sweet and aromatic. A simple syrup is usually a liquid sweetener that is usually perfect t in cocktails,drinks or even for decorating cake. It can also be used to sweeten foods like fresh fruits and baked goodies. When it comes to making the simple syrup the ratio of sugar to water is usually between 1:1 or 2:1 respectively. Then the mixture is simmered for around 10 minutes until the liquid has reduced to about half of its original quantity or volume. Now that is the basic way of making a simple syrup but you can add character to your simple syrup by spicing it up. And that is where flavoured simple syrups come into. Common flavours include lemon simple syrup, vanilla simple syrup, cinnamon simple syrup, ginger simple syrup, and even mint simple syrup among others. The flavored ones are best for topping sliced fruit, pancakes, baked goods and even ice cream. Flavored simple syrups can also be drizzled over desserts or used to glaze them, to sweeten lemonades, iced coffee, cocktails, iced tea or other cold beverages. Simple syrups can be stored in airtight containers or jars for up to 6 months or more. If you want to prolong the shelf life even further, you can add a small quantity of vodka to it, about one shot of vodka into two cups of simple syrup. A flavored or simple syrup takes a few minutes to prepare yet you can use it in countless ways!
