Why isn’t it honey colored? Honey varies in color, so the color of the syrup can vary from light yellow to dark brown. For these photos, we used a dark color so the color of the syrup is brown. In addition, honey syrup is a special ingredient in a few well-known cocktails! It adds a depth and nuance to the flavor of a drink, whereas simple syrup has a more straightforward flavor. Even better: it takes just 5 minutes to whip up at home.
Heat but don’t simmer or boil! Warm equal parts honey and water over medium heat just until the honey dissolves. Don’t bring it to a simmer or boil: all you want is to dissolve. Store in a mason jar. Throw it in a mason jar and it’s easy to use in your cocktail repertoire. Lasts up to 1 month refrigerated. This recipe makes 16 tablespoons: enough for lots of drinks! Refrigerate for a month; it will likely last longer.
More cocktails to try!
There are so many timeless classic cocktails. Here are some favorites that would work well using honey syrup:
Gold Rush, a honey-based version of a whiskey sour. Bees Knees, a 1920’s gin cocktail featuring lemon and honey. Penicillin, a unique cocktail that swirls Scotch with lemon and honey. Brown Derby, a 1930’s cocktail starring bourbon, grapefruit and honey.
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