How to Use simple syrup in a Sentence
simple syrup
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The house mint julep costs $12 and is made with fresh mint and handmade simple syrup.
—Amanda Hancock, The Courier-Journal, 10 Apr. 2024
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Instructions: Add the simple syrup and mint leaves to a rocks glass or julep cup.
—Keith Pandolfi, The Enquirer, 5 May 2023
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Go home with your own simple syrup and mocktail recipes.
—Lauren Daley, BostonGlobe.com, 12 Jan. 2023
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Pour the egg white into the larger tin of your shaker, and the simple syrup and lemon juice into the smaller tin.
—Louise Dixon, ajc, 19 Dec. 2022
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Combine and shake: Add gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker along with a cup of ice.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 7 Aug. 2023
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In a pitcher combine 3 cups cold water, the simple syrup, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
—Juliana Hale, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Mar. 2023
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Take the mint leaves and gently press in the palm of your hand before placing in a julep cup with simple syrup and half of the bourbon (1.5 oz).
—Brittany Anas, Forbes, 4 May 2023
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Add the bourbon, espresso, coffee liqueur, simple syrup, and pinch of salt.
—Rishon Hanners, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2024
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The first step in this recipe is to make a simple syrup in which white sugar is dissolved in water and heated.
—Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 2 July 2023
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Its version, priced at $14, is made with Jim Beam bourbon, simple syrup, and fresh mint.
—Amanda Hancock, The Courier-Journal, 10 Apr. 2024
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Add the orange juice, sparkling water, ginger beer, and agave or simple syrup.
—Katie Workman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Jan. 2024
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The current version is made with a turmeric simple syrup.
—Bahar Anooshahr, The Arizona Republic, 8 May 2023
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Note: For simple syrup, combine 1 cup water and 1 cup sugar in a saucepan.
—Kevin Gavagan, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
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Add coffee, whiskey, and remaining simple syrup to a warmed mug and stir to combine.
—Lauren Hubbard, Town & Country, 12 July 2023
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To make simple syrup at home, heat equal parts sugar and water until the sugar is dissolved, then add to the tea to taste.
—Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 16 May 2023
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Sorel liqueur Step 1 Combine whiskey, lemon juice, simple syrup, and egg white in a cocktail shaker.
—Ian Palmer, Country Living, 27 July 2023
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Blend the ingredients and freeze: Transfer simple syrup to a blender.
—Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 2 July 2023
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The ingredients called for 2 ounces of Duke’s Mayo, 9 ounces of eggnog, 3 ounces of simple syrup, a dash of nutmeg and cinnamon, and a cup of ice.
—Angel Saunders, Peoplemag, 28 Dec. 2023
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One of my favorite ways to enjoy it is by making a cold brew tonic with a bit of simple syrup, a twist of lemon or lime, and a sprig of fresh mint.
—Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Apr. 2023
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House 54 is made with Hendricks Grand Cabaret, apricot liqueur, simple syrup, lemon and bubbles.
—The Arizona Republic, 6 Mar. 2024
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Bake them into crowd-pleasing desserts such as this jammy Plum Torte, or use them to make a simple syrup that will be the star of this sparkling mocktail.
—Patricia S York, Southern Living, 4 Aug. 2023
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Honey syrup: Some opt for a honey simple syrup when making this cocktail for a smooth mix.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 17 Dec. 2023
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Cabrera’s bar uses sugar for the drink and said that simple syrup is never used in Cuba.
—M. Carrie Allan, Washington Post, 29 Aug. 2023
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To make it into vanilla syrup, take about a cup of that simple syrup and simmer it on the stove with a vanilla bean (split down the middle) for like five minutes.
—Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 13 May 2023
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Mocktail option: Omit the tequila and substitute orange juice and simple syrup for the triple sec.
—John Metcalfe, The Mercury News, 31 Jan. 2024
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The recipe has changed over the past century, but the most recent adaptation calls for gin, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, champagne, and a lemon twist for the garnish.
—Gia Yetikyel, Vogue, 19 Dec. 2023
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The sparkling brut combines aromas and flavors such as Meyer lemon, simple syrup, lime and a trace of cotton candy.
—Michael Alberty, oregonlive, 17 Jan. 2023
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At Sable Alley, the bar staff is working it into the Bluebird: two parts gin, one part blue curaçao, and a splash of simple syrup, garnished with a slice of lemon.
—Brad Japhe, Travel + Leisure, 6 June 2023
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Classic Mint Julep Whiskey, simple syrup and a modicum of walloped mint leaves: A bare-bones drink that feels like the essence of a sultry summer afternoon.
—Scott Hocker, theweek, 20 June 2024
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Cosmo lovers might want to switch out part of the cranberry juice for strawberry simple syrup, for example.
—Lisa Shames, Chicago Tribune, 8 July 2024
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