Honey syrup can be used in cocktails, coffee beverages, and as a substitution for classic simple syrup. Honey syrup is made from honey and water, resulting in a thinner syrup that is easier to pour than honey alone.
If you love the taste of honey, this is a great syrup to keep on hand in your fridge! In this post, we will teach you how to make it and how to store it.
Recipes that call for honey syrup: The Gold Rush, Hot Toddy, Iced Coffee, Lemonade, Iced Tea, and Iced Matcha.
Ingredients in Honey Syrup
- Honey
- Water
Honey syrup is a simple to make recipe with a one-to-one ratio of honey and water (1:1). Honey syrup is easier to pour and mix than plain honey, making it a perfect ingredient for sweetening cocktails, coffees, teas, and more.
How to Make Honey Syrup
In a sauce pan, combine equal parts honey and water.
Simmer on low to medium heat until fully combined.
Allow to cool completely and transfer to a glass bottle. Store in the refrigerator.
Tips for Making Honey Syrup
- Collect reusable bottles for your homemade simple syrups. These are the bottles I used in these photos. I also like these bottles.
- If you make multiple flavors of syrup, adding labels is a good idea.
- You can infuse many fresh and dried herbs, fruits and flavors into your syrup. Have fun experimenting with different flavors.
How Long Does Honey Syrup Last?
Honey syrup should be kept in a sealed container in the fridge. It will last for a minimum of one month. I often keep mine for a few months before making a new batch.
Other Homemade Syrup Recipes
- Simple Syrup
- Mint Simple Syrup
- Homemade Margarita Mix
- Homemade Sour Mix
- Homemade Old Fashioned Mix
- Pina Colada Mix
- Homemade Grenadine
Serving Suggestions
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is honey syrup made of?
Honey syrup is made of equal parts honey and water. Honey syrup can be used in recipes like simple syrup to sweeten drinks, cocktails, and coffees.
What is the difference between honey and honey syrup?
Honey syrup is thinner and easier to pour and mix into beverages.
Should honey syrup be refrigerated?
Yes. Store refrigerated for about one month.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup honey
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- In a sauce pan, combine equal parts honey and water.
- Simmer on low to medium heat until fully combined.
- Allow to cool completely and transfer to a glass bottle. Store in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Collect reusable bottles for your homemade simple syrups. These are the bottles I used in these photos. I also like these bottles.
- If you make multiple flavors of syrup, adding labels is a good idea.
- You can infuse many fresh and dried herbs, fruits and flavors into your syrup. Have fun experimenting with different flavors.
- Honey syrup should be kept in a sealed container in the fridge. It will last for a minimum of one month. I often keep mine for a few months before making a new batch.
Nutrition
Notice: Nutrition is auto-calculated, using Spoonacular, for your convenience. Where relevant, we recommend using your own nutrition calculations.
Just made this in preparation for making Bee’s Knees cocktails! Thanks!
What is considered a “serving size” in this recipe?
For the nutrition information listed in the recipe card 2 1/2 tablespoons = 1 serving
Depending what you are using this for you may want to use more or less than this ‘serving size’
Love this for cocktails! It’s just a little more interesting than regular simple.