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Simple Syrup

A basic ingredient of many drinks, simple syrup is easy to make, and allows you to add sugar to cold drinks without the need to constantly stir them.

Ingredients

Combine the sugar and water in a saucepan.
Heat the mixture on the stove until sugar is dissolved, stirring periodically. That's it!

Ginger Syrup

Not too many drinks use it, but when they do, you're in for a treat. Impress your friends with something a little exotic.

Ingredients

Combine ingredients in a saucepan and simmer on low heat for 45 minutes.
Let cool, strain out ginger, and keep in refrigerator in a bottle or jar.