Sugar Syrup
1 c White granulated sugar 1/2 c Water Sugar syrup is used to make homemade liqueurs. To make, the ratio is 1 part sugar to 2 parts water. Boil together for about 5 minutes at a fu...
Ingredients
- 1c white granulated sugar
- 1/2c water
Directions
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1 c White granulated sugar 1/2 c Water Sugar syrup is used to make homemade liqueurs
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To make, the ratio is 1 part sugar to 2 parts water
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Boil together for about 5 minutes at a full boil and be sure the sugar is dissolved
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The syrup >>MUST<< be cool BEFORE adding the alcohol mixture as heat evaporates the alcohol
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PROPORTIONS: One cup syrup plus three cups 80 proof vodka equals 60 proof liqueur
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Two cups syrup plus three cups 80 proof vodka equals 48 proof liqueur
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If a 100 proof vodka is used, increase the sugar syrup by 1/8 cup
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For a "creme de" liqueur, double the amount of syrup called for in the recipe