Vanilla Simple Syrup
Vanilla simple syrup can be used to add natural vanilla flavor to your drinks and cocktails. It’s super easy to make it yourself, and it can be made with vanilla beans or extract, depending on what you have.
Why we love this vanilla simple syrup
- Vanilla beans are the best way to infuse vanilla flavor into your simple syrup and ultimately you cocktails.
- Don’t worry about running to the store. Homemade simple syrups are budget friendly and easy to make.
- The uses are endless. Vanilla simple syrup can be used in so many cocktails, mocktails or even coffee drinks such as lattes or steamers.
Here’s what you’ll need to make it
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- Vanilla bean – A vanilla bean is going to have the best flavor, but the next best choice is pure vanilla extract.
- 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.
How to make vanilla 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 vanilla. Split a vanilla bean lengthwise, so that the beans are exposed, and place it in a mason jar. Pour the hot simple syrup into the mason jar.
If you’re using extract, add it to the syrup after placing it in the jar, and stir to combine.
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
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.
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.
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.
Recipes that use vanilla simple syrup:
Other recipes to use this in:
PrintStrawberry Mocktail Mule
Lime and ginger beer are balanced by sweet strawberry and simple syrup in this alcohol free mule. Garnish this strawberry mocktail with a lime wheel and cocktail umbrella for a beautiful family-friendly drink.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 1x
- Category: Mocktail
Ingredients
- 1 ounce strawberry puree
- 1 ounce lime juice
- 4 ounces ginger beer
- 2 ounces club soda
- Ice
- For garnish: lime wedge, small strawberry
Instructions
- Fill a glass halfway with ice.
- Pour in the ingredients and stir until combined.
- Add garnish and serve immediately.
Notes
To make strawberry puree:Blend 1 16-ounce bag frozen strawberries (no sugar added) in a food processor or blender until smooth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 131
- Sugar: 28.6 g
- Sodium: 32.7 mg
- Fat: 0.2 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32.6 g
- Fiber: 1.6 g
- Protein: 0.6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: strawberry mocktail mules, mocktails, strawberry mule, virgin mule, easy mocktail
Last Updated on January 18, 2023 by Melissa Belanger
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