Simple Syrup Monthly
A monthly newsletter for cocktail lovers and home bartenders! Simple Syrup Monthly delivers unique, seasonal syrup recipes straight to your inbox. Whether you’re building a better Old Fashioned or experimenting with new flavors, these homemade syrups will help you shake, stir, and serve like a pro.
How Long Do Homemade Cocktail Syrups Really Last?
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So, you’ve made a batch of syrup—maybe it’s a classic 1:1 simple syrup or a seasonal favorite like Dark Cherry or Vanilla Bean. It tastes incredible. But now you’re wondering: how long can this actually sit in my fridge before it goes bad?
Not exactly a hypothetical question– you all have aske...
Sep 16, 2025
Vanilla Bean Simple Syrup: Rich, Real, and Anything But Basic
If you’ve ever had a vanilla syrup that tasted more like fake birthday cake than real vanilla, this recipe is for you.
Made with real vanilla bean and organic cane sugar, this 2:1 syrup is endlessly versatile—great for both cocktails and coffee (and even dessert).
Unlike extracts or artificial f...
Sep 04, 2025
Root Beer Syrup: A Spiced Throwback for Modern Cocktails
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Ready to add some old-school soda fountain energy to your home bar? This Root Beer Syrup is deeply nostalgic, incredibly easy to make, and surprisingly versatile— from whiskey highballs and Old Fashioneds (duh, it's me!) to zero-proof spritzes.
Instead of sourcing every individual root and spi...
Aug 13, 2025
Dark Cherry Syrup: Bold & Juicy
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So I kind of did things backwards.
I posted a Dark Cherry Old Fashioned and a Dark Cherry Sidecar to Instagram, and people made them... but I never actually shared the syrup recipe that makes both of those drinks work. Kind of an important detail. Th...
by Jordan Hughes —
Jul 26, 2025
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The Two Cocktail Syrups You Should Always Have Stocked
If you’re just getting into home bartending—or looking to level up your cocktail game—there’s one thing every great drink has in common: balance.
And more often than not, a key part of that balance is sugar, or simple syrup.
While it’s tempting to go straight for fancy infusions or complex flavo...
Jul 23, 2025
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