Cinnamon Simple Syrup

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Why we love this cinnamon simple syrup

Homemade simple syrups are budget friendly and easy to make at home. And, you can easily infuse them with your favorite flavors.
You can use cinnamon simple syrup in so many drinks. From mocktails and coffee drinks to cocktails like apple cider margaritas.
It’s a vital component to Don’s gardenia mix that we use to make a Polynesian pearl diver.

Here’s what you’ll need to make it

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Equipment

Liquid Measure

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Large saucepan

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Mason jar

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Ingredients & substitutions

Cinnamon sticks – You can’t use ground cinnamon. It would make a terrible mess, and it would be so hard to strain. Stick with cinnamon sticks for this recipe.
Sugar – Plain white granulated sugar is best, but raw or brown sugar will work with a slight change in taste.
Water – Regular tap water is fine, but if you have filtered water it might taste even better. Use your best judgment based on what kind of water you have.

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How to make cinnamon simple syrup

Make the syrup. Combine 1 cup of sugar and 1 cup water in a large saucepan. Turn the heat to medium and allow the sugar to dissolve, stirring occasionally to prevent the sugar from clumping.

Infuse the cinnamon. Place a few cinnamon sticks into a mason jar. Pour the hot simple syrup into the mason jar. Make sure they submerged in the syrup so they can infuse their flavor.

Store for later. Allow the syrup to cool completely to room temperature. Then, cover the jar and refrigerate until you’re ready to use the syrup.

Everything you need to know about simple syrup

Do you have to boil water for simple syrup?

No. You technically don’t have to heat the water at all, but heat helps the sugar to dissolve more quickly. The water definitely doesn’t need to be boiled.

Should you refrigerate simple syrup?

Yes. Simple syrup should be refrigerated until you’re ready to use it and will last for up to 1 month. Flavored syrups will last for a shorter amount of time, typically 2-3 weeks. If the syrup becomes cloudy, it’s time to discard it.

How long does simple syrup last?

When stored in the fridge, homemade simple syrup will stay fresh for up to a month. Make sure to store in an airtight container, mason jars work great. To keep syrup as fresh as possible, remove any mix ins from the container after 24 hours.

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More simple syrup recipes

More ways to use cinnamon simple syrup

By: Melissa Belanger

Cinnamon simple syrup can be used to add natural cinnamon spice flavor to your drinks and cocktails. It’s super easy to make it at home with just a few cinnamon sticks and some sugar.

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 5

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Ingredients

1 cup sugar
1 cup water
2 cinnamon sticks

Instructions

In a large saucepan, combine water and sugar. Bring the liquid to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved.
Place cinnamon sticks into a mason jar. Pour syrup into the jar to submerge the cinnamon.
Cover and refrigerate until ready to use. Syrup will stay fresh for 2 weeks.

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