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Brown Sugar Simple Syrup

A jar of brown sugar simple syrup with syrup dripping off a spoon into the jar.
Brown sugar simple syrup is a quick and easy way to add a deep caramel-like flavor. This liquid sweetener mixes into your favorite warm and cold drinks, iced tea, matcha, and more seamlessly. 
Author: Lindsey Jenkins
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients
 

  • 1 cup water
  • ¾ cup light or dark brown sugar

Instructions

  • Heat the water and brown sugar in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Constantly stir until the sugar dissolves. Remove from the heat.
  • Let the syrup cool to room temperature before storing it in the fridge for at least an hour before using in chilled drinks.

Notes

See the blog post for helpful tips, storage, and recipe FAQs.

Make It Your Way: Substitutions & Variations

Make rich simple syrup - use 2 parts brown sugar to 1 part water. This will create a thicker syrup.
Add-ins - cinnamon sticks, orange peel, pumpkin spice, or a teaspoon of vanilla extract for a different flavor profile.
Variations - use maple syrup or maple sugar in place of brown sugar.