Demerara Syrup Recipe

Demerara syrup in a faceted glass bottle.

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Demerara Syrup Recipe

The flavor rich Demerara Syrup is a sweetener with an earthy caramel flavor. With only 2 ingredients it takes less than 5 minutes to make. It can be used in cocktails, coffee drinks, and even baking.

Prep Time2

Cook Time3

Total Time5

Course: Condiment

Cuisine: American

Servings: Servings

Calories: 67kcal

Author: Aimee Mars

Equipment

Small Saucepan
Whisk

Ingredients

1/2 cup Demerara Sugar
1/2 cup Water

Instructions

Add the demerara sugar and water to the saucepan. Stir the demerara sugar and water together in a small saucepan set over medium heat.
Let the sugar dissolve. Heat the mixture while stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves. If you'd like a thicker syrup let it continue to cook down.
Let the syrup cool. Before using or transferring the syrup to a bottle or container let it cool to room temperature. If you're using it in a hot beverage you can use it immediately.

Notes

Make rich demerara syrup. This version of the syrup had a 2:1 ratio and turns out much sweeter than the standard 1:1 ratio version. To make it use 1 cup demerara sugar and 1/2 cup water.
You can make this syrup without heating it on the stove. Just use warm water or even heat some water in the microwave. It will take a little longer for the sugar crystals to dissolve but this method is just as effective.
To chill the syrup quickly you can pour it into a jar and set the jar in an ice bath or place it directly into the fridge.
Add more flavor. To change up the flavoring you can add some spices such as cinnamon sticks, star anise, or cloves while heating the syrup. You could also add some vanilla extract or almond extract once it has been fully heated.

Storage Information

The syrup will need to be stored in a glass bottle or jar with an air-tight lid and kept in the fridge. It will last for up to 4 weeks if the container has been properly cleaned. To extend the shelf-life add 1 ounce of vodka to the syrup, which will get you about 2 to 4 additional weeks of freshness.

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