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"The versatile, pourable form of honey, perfect for cocktails, dressings, and easy sweetening."
Definition
A liquid sweetener made by diluting honey with water, often to improve pourability and mixability, maintaining honey's flavor.
Shelf Life (refrigerated)
2-4 weeks (homemade)
Viscosity (lower than pure honey)
~10x less viscous than pure honey
Water Content
Typically 25-50% water
Flavor Profile
The primary flavor notes for Honey Syrup are:
Sweet
Floral
Earthy (from honey)
Chef’s Secret
To perfectly dissolve honey into syrup without heating, combine equal parts honey and warm water and stir vigorously until clear.
Best Substitutes
Agave Nectar
Ratio 1:1
Maple Syrup
Ratio 1:1
Simple Syrup
Ratio 1:1
Buying Guide
Can be homemade. If buying, check ingredients for added sugars.
