This article is written by a student writer from the Spoon University at Cornell chapter.
This lime simple syrup will make your next pregame feel like an exciting occasion. It’s really cheap to make and only takes a few minutes to throw together, and it’s guaranteed to add a fancy touch to your drinks and impress your friends. Pour a dash of it into almost any mixed drink to transform it into a tasty cocktail.
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Lime Simple Syrup
Easy
Prep time: 2 minutes
Cook time: 3 minutes
Total time: 50 minutes
Servings: 1 ½ cups
Ingredients:
½ cup sugar
1 ½ cups water
1 lime
Directions:
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- Use a grater to zest the lime.
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- Combine sugar, water, lime zest, and lime juice in a saucepan.
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- Cook over high heat for 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
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- Pour through a strainer to remove lime zest.
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- Cool for 45 minutes.
- Add to any cocktail and enjoy. Syrup can be kept refrigerated in a glass container for up to one month.