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    Allianna's Kitchen » Recipes » Drinks

    Published: Dec 10, 2023 · Modified: Jun 15, 2024 by Allianna Moximchalk · This post may contain affiliate links · 7 Comments

    Honey Simple Syrup

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    This Honey Simple Syrup is perfect for all of your mocktail and cocktail needs. It is simple and it tastes oh so good. I have been making this recipe for years and it is finally making its place on my blog. This paleo simple syrup goes perfect in just about anything, from homemade lemonade and all of your yummy cocktails and mocktails.

    Honey simple syrup in a glass mason jar with a white bow.

    I love a fun sweet drink especially during the summer, but I try to avoid refined sugar for both my gut and mental health. Sugar gives me the worst anxiety. This paleo simple syrup is a great alternative. It is perfect for all of your nights in and hosting needs. No one will even know it is refined sugar free!

    I have developed a variety of mocktail recipes since giving up alcohol. Some of my favorite mocktail recipes are: Pineapple Margarita, Key Lime Pie Mocktail, Blood Orange Mojito, Cherry Mocktail, Cranberry Mocktail with Orange and Lime, The Best Watermelon Margaria Mocktail and Apple Margarita. You will also love the Strawberry Simple Syrup and Homemade Elderberry Syrup on my blog too!

    Jump to:
    • Why You Will Love This Simple Syrup Recipe
    • Ingredients
    • Substitutions and Variations
    • Step by Step Instructions
    • Expert Tips
    • Recipe FAQs
    • Other Alcohol Free Drink Recipes You Will Love
    • Are you interested in a list of my go to healthy alternatives?
    • Honey Simple Syrup

    Why You Will Love This Simple Syrup Recipe

    • It is so simple! With just two ingredients, you get a versatile base sweetener for any mocktail, drink, or tea.
    • There is little mess only needing one pot to make!
    • You can bulk make this so you always have it on hand.
    • This recipe is naturally soy free, dairy free, refined sugar free, and paleo.
    • I love to use this honey syrup recipe in my healthy raspberry lemonade drink recipe!
    • If you are local to the Pittsburgh area, we occasionally have mocktail recipes on our weekly meal prep menu.

    Ingredients

    Honey simple syrup ingredients in a small glass bowl on a silver tray.
    • Honey-Raw honey is my favorite. The lighter the honey the better. I like to get the big bottle of Kirkland’s Brand. It is the most economical way to go. You can try a different kind of honey to see which you prefer.
    • Filtered water-Make sure your water is filtered!

    See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.

    Substitutions and Variations

    • If you do not like to cook with honey, you can use agave or your preferred natural sweetener instead.
    • You can make variations of this simple syrup by adding different citrus and herbs into the syrup while it cooks such as lemon.
    • If you are not refined sugar free, you can replace some of the honey for white sugar for additional sweetener to make a regular simple syrup.

    This recipe has not been tested with other substitutions or variations. If you replace or add any ingredients, please let us know how it turned out in the comments below!

    Step by Step Instructions

    Honey simple syrup in a glass mason jar with the lid off and lemon slices laying next to it.

    Photo 1: First, add the water and honey to a small saucepan and set to medium heat. Bring the water and honey to a boil for 2 minutes and ensure the honey dissolves completely. Then, let simple syrup mixture sit for 20 minutes before using to allow it to cool completely. You will want to allow the simple syrup to come to room temperature before placing it into your mason jar to store.

    Expert Tips

    • Tip # 1: You can add this to all of your favorite mocktails and cocktails. It also makes a great addition to a variety of drink recipes as well such as iced tea.
    • Tip # 2: Make sure that you stir your water and honey mixture to ensure that no honey is resting on the bottom of your saucepan. This could cause the sugars in the honey to burn.
    • Tip # 3: If you are making multiple batches at once of this simple syrup, you may need to allow the mixture to stay over medium heat for longer to accomplish the correct consistency.

    Recipe FAQs

    How should I store this recipe?

    I suggest storing your simple syrup in an airtight container such as a mason jar or glass bottle in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Be sure to allow the syrup enough time to cool before pouring it into the glass mason jar.

    How should I serve this recipe?

    You can serve this simple syrup with a variety of drink mixtures, mocktail, or cocktail options. I recommend that prior to use to mix or shake up the simple syrup to ensure it is well mixed.

    Can I use this simple syrup in other recipes than mocktails?

    Absolutely! I love to use this simple syrup in hot tea or iced tea as my sweetener.

    Honey simple syrup in a glass mason jar with lid off on a platter with lemon slices.

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    Honey Simple Syrup

    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American
    Diet Gluten Free
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time 15 minutes minutes
    Servings 1 cups
    Author Allianna Moximchalk
    100kcal
    Cost $3
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    Equipment

    • large pot

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup honey light colored is best
    • 1 cup filtered water

    Instructions

    • Place all ingredients in saucepan on medium heat and bring to a boil for 2 minutes. Let the syrup cool before using.

    Notes

    Storage: This recipe can be stored in an airtight container, such as a glass mason jar, in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. 
    Nutrition: The nutrition for this recipe is an estimate and the calorie count is not guaranteed.  It is based on 16 servings.
    Servings: This recipe should yield 16 servings. 
    Refined sugar free simple syrup alternative.
    Serving: 1tbsp | Calories: 100kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 25mg | Potassium: 17mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Susan says

      June 03, 2022 at 3:40 pm

      5 stars
      No words…make this every other week..I have been adding lemons, mint, strawberries or basil..based on my tastes…
      Allianna….amazing:)

      Reply
    2. Susan says

      June 03, 2022 at 3:34 pm

      5 stars
      No words…make this every other week..I have been adding lemons, mint, straberries or basil..based on my tastes…
      Allianna….amazing:)

      Reply
      • Allianna Moximchalk says

        June 04, 2022 at 6:24 pm

        Yay! I am so glad you liked it! xoxo

        Reply
    3. Michelle says

      January 12, 2021 at 6:51 pm

      Could the honey simple syrup be used in hot or cold tea as well?

      Reply
      • allianna says

        January 12, 2021 at 6:58 pm

        Absolutely!

        Reply
    4. J.T. says

      January 10, 2021 at 1:00 am

      5 stars
      Love this in cocktails!

      Reply
      • allianna says

        January 10, 2021 at 1:00 am

        I am glad you enjoy it!

        Reply
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