Lime Simple Syrup

Why We Love This Recipe

• Quick and easy recipe: This recipe is as simple as boil, cool, and store. It's just as easy as making regular simple syrup.
• Stores well: You can keep this syrup in a mason jar or another sealed container in the refrigerator, or freeze it in an ice cube tray for long term storage. This recipe yields 14 fluid ounces of syrup, so one batch will last you a few weeks.
• Versatile: This lime simple syrup packs a bright and zesty punch of citrus to cocktails, baked goods, cold and hot drinks (think iced tea), marinades and more.

Ingredients

Here's what you'll need to make this lime simple syrup:

Ingredient Notes

• Sugar: Regular granulated white sugar is great in this recipe. It dissolves quickly and easily in water and creates a clear syrup. You can also use brown sugar or raw sugar, just note that your syrup will have a darker color and a richer flavor.
• Lime juice: Freshly squeezed is best, as it will provide the freshest and most intense citrus flavor. The bottled stuff typically contains preservatives and just doesn't taste the same.
• Lime slices: Whole lime slices will allow you to extract some flavor from the lime peel without needing to zest the lime. This saves time, and the wedges are much easier to strain out than zest is.

Instructions

STEP 1: Add sugar, water, and lime juice to a small saucepan over medium high heat. Bring to a boil, and let simmer for 2-3 minutes, until the sugar is fully dissolved.

STEP 2: Remove from heat and add in 2 lime slices. Let the mixture sit for at least 10 minutes (or up to 30 minutes), then remove the lime slices.

Tips and FAQs

• Refrigerator storage: You can store this simple syrup in a mason jar or any other sealed container and stash it in the fridge, where it'll keep for up to 3-4 weeks. If you notice an off smell or mold anywhere in the container, discard. It's important to store it in an airtight container to extend the shelf life.
• Freezer storage: Freeze in an ice cube tray and defrost one or two cubes at a time when you need some simple syrup. When frozen, it should keep for 3-6 months, so you can enjoy it any time.
• Don't boil for too long: If the simple syrup boils for too long, it will thicken up a bit too much. After 3 or so minutes, be sure to remove from heat to cool.
  • If it gets too thick, stir in a splash of water or lime juice to thin it out.
• This simple syrup is great as a DIY gift! Store it in a pretty glass container, wrap a ribbon around the top with a label, and you've got an awesome host/hostess or holiday gift on your hands!
  • You could even add a dehydrated lime slice to the ribbon to highlight the flavors.
  • Pair it with a bottle of our homemade infused alcohol for an extra special gift.

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