How to Store Simple Syrup

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Put simple syrup in an airtight container.. Sterilize your container.. Store simple syrup in the refrigerator.

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Put simple syrup in an airtight container.

Step 1

Put simple syrup in an airtight container.

2

Sterilize your container.

Step 2

Sterilize your container.

3

Store simple syrup in the refrigerator.

Step 3

Store simple syrup in the refrigerator.

4

Use 1:1 hot-process syrup within 1 month.

Step 4

Use 1:1 hot-process syrup within 1 month.

5

Use 2:1 hot-process syrup within 6 months.

Step 5

Use 2:1 hot-process syrup within 6 months.

6

Use cold-process and flavored syrups within 2 weeks.

Step 6

Use cold-process and flavored syrups within 2 weeks.

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Add 1 Tbsp (14.8 mL) of vodka to hot-process syrup to extend its life.

Step 7

Add 1 Tbsp (14.8 mL) of vodka to hot-process syrup to extend its life.

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Freeze hot- or cold-process simple syrup for up to one year.

Step 8

Freeze hot- or cold-process simple syrup for up to one year.

9

Make hot-process simple syrup for a longer shelf-life.

Step 9

Make hot-process simple syrup for a longer shelf-life.

10

Make cold-process simple syrup to avoid heating the mixture.

Step 10

Make cold-process simple syrup to avoid heating the mixture.

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Play around with the ratios to change the flavor and consistency.

Step 11

Play around with the ratios to change the flavor and consistency.

12

Flavor your simple syrup, if desired.

Step 12

Flavor your simple syrup, if desired.

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