Simple syrup

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Name Variations

 * sugar syrup

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Simple syrup is a basic sugar-and-water syrup used to make drinks at bars is referred to by several names, including simple syrup, sugar syrup, simple sugar syrup, gomme, and bar syrup. Simple syrup is made by stirring granulated sugar into hot water in a sauce pan until the sugar is dissolved and then cooling the solution. Generally, the ratio of sugar to water can range anywhere from 1:1 to 2:1.

A syrup made by cooking sugar, water and corn syrup over medium heat (240°F / 115°C) until it reaches the soft-ball stage.