All the simple syrups to put in teas and coffees and cocktails

Basic simple syrup

• 1 cup white sugar
• 0.67 cup water

Mix in a saucepan and bring to a boil before allowing to cool completely.

Variations

• Vanilla = add 1 tbsp vanilla extract
• Cardamom = add a couple whole cardamom pods after crushing them a little with the flat of a knife
• Star anise = add one or two whole star anise pods after cracking them a little first
• Brown sugar and cinnamon = use brown sugar and add 1 tsp ground cinnamon, whisk well to prevent clumping
• Mint = add 2-3 drops of mint extract or steep fresh mint leaves if you have any (about 15 minutes)
• Apple cider = use twice the apple cider instead of water and simmer down to the same volume to thicken, add ground cinnamon and a pinch of cloves
• Orange and clove = a couple drops of orange extract and half a teaspoon of ground cloves
• Almond = add 2-3 teaspoons of almond extract