Spiced Brown Sugar Syrup Recipe (2024)

By Rosie Schaap

Spiced Brown Sugar Syrup Recipe (1)

Total Time
12 minutes, plus cooling time
Rating
5(55)
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Brown sugar brings a deeper, richer flavor to a simple syrup than white sugar. Infused with clove and cinnamon, it’s perfect for winter co*cktails.

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Ingredients

Yield:About ¾ cup syrup

  • 1cup brown sugar
  • 3cinnamon sticks, broken into smaller pieces
  • 8whole cloves

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Nutritional analysis per serving (2 servings)

287 calories; 0 grams fat; 0 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 0 grams monounsaturated fat; 0 grams polyunsaturated fat; 75 grams carbohydrates; 2 grams dietary fiber; 70 grams sugars; 0 grams protein; 22 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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  1. Step

    1

    In a medium saucepan, combine all ingredients with 1 cup water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes until sugar has completely dissolved, stirring occasionally.

  2. Step

    2

    Remove pan from heat and let the syrup cool. Strain syrup into a clean jar; discard solids. May be refrigerated for a week.

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  • Brown Sugar
  • Cinnamon Stick
  • Clove
  • Winter

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Spiced Brown Sugar Syrup Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is spiced brown sugar syrup? ›

Brown sugar brings a deeper, richer flavor to a simple syrup than white sugar. Infused with clove and cinnamon, it's perfect for winter co*cktails. Featured in: The Flavor of Christmas in a Glass.

Why does my brown sugar syrup get hard? ›

Stirring or bumping the pot can result in sugar clumping together and hardening into crystals. If you're making syrup with water, stir the sugar into the water to fully dissolve it before you add heat. Use a clean spoon every time you need to stir. The same goes for candy thermometers and any utensils.

What is the difference between classic syrup and brown sugar syrup? ›

According to Kitchn, the only thing that differentiates simple syrup from brown simple syrup is the type of sugar that is used. That means if you wanted to make brown simple syrup, you would simply dissolve brown sugar with equal parts water over a hot stovetop.

How long does brown sugar syrup last? ›

Properly stored in an air-tight container like a mason jar with lid, the syrup will last for about 3-4 weeks in the refrigerator. While the syrup is mostly sugar, it is relatively shelf stable, but we do not recommend storing it at room temperature for a long time.

Is brown sugar syrup the same as molasses? ›

Brown sugar is actually a combination of granulated sugar and molasses, so it's a good substitute for molasses. While measurements may vary per recipe, you can generally replace 1 cup molasses with 3/4 cup packed brown sugar. Dark brown sugar will have a stronger molasses flavor than light brown sugar.

How healthy is brown sugar syrup? ›

While all brown sugars have slightly higher amounts of vitamins and minerals than white sugar, which has none, Arevalo says, “The differences aren't enough to make a difference in nutrient intake, unless you consume larger portions of these sugars, which is, of course, not recommended.” What follows is an explanation ...

How to keep brown sugar syrup from crystallizing? ›

Any sugar crystals remaining in the syrup can cause others to crystallize. Adding a little corn syrup or an acid such as citrus juice will help to prevent this. Selecting a syrup recipe that includes a little brown sugar gives pancake syrup a warm color and the acid in brown sugar helps to prevent crystallization.

How to thicken up brown sugar syrup? ›

Normally I do a 2:1 sugar:water ratio for syrups, but this is a 1:1.5 so its not quite as thick. You can make it thicker and stronger tasting if you want by using 2 cups of brown sugar to 1 cup of water. I use light brown sugar, but if you want a strong molasses taste use dark brown sugar.

Does brown sugar syrup mold? ›

*Simple syrup should be thrown out if it develops mould, cloudiness, or smells off. *Simple syrups can be used to flavour hot or cold teas, coffees, steamed milk, sparkling water, and co*cktails.

Why is maple syrup better than brown sugar? ›

Brown sugar is known to have more vitamins and minerals than white sugar, however it still offers slightly less nutritional value than pure maple syrup. Maple syrup has fewer calories and also offers more calcium, riboflavin and manganese than brown sugar.

What are the three types of syrup? ›

Culinary syrup
  • Agave syrup, made from agave stem.
  • Cane syrup, made from sugar canes.
  • Chocolate syrup.
  • Corn syrup.
  • Glucose syrup.
  • Golden syrup, a by-product of refining crystallized sugar.
  • High fructose corn syrup, widely used in the US.
  • Maple syrup.

What is similar to brown sugar syrup? ›

With a few simple recipe modifications, honey, maple syrup, or agave nectar are all suitable replacements for brown sugar. Because these substitutions are liquid, you'll want to take into account how the extra moisture may affect the outcome of your recipe, especially when it comes to baking.

Is 2 year old syrup still good? ›

Maple syrup unopened will last indefinitely. All of our syrup is heat packed and sealed so until it is cracked open it will have an indefinite shelf life. Once the jug is opened it should be kept in the refrigerator and should last up to 2 years.

Does homemade brown sugar syrup need to be refrigerated? ›

Storing – You can store this homemade syrup in a glass container for up to 1-2 weeks at room temperature. Refrigerating – Although you don't need to store this classic simple syrup in the fridge, it will last longer if you can.

What syrup does Starbucks use? ›

Fontana makes Starbucks syrups and sauces. The differences between the Fontana branded and the Starbucks branded syrups and sauces are very minimal, but they are different. It is branded as Starbucks, but it is Fontana. Go to their website they tell you themselves.

What is the brown sugar syrup that Starbucks uses? ›

Starbucks' brown sugar syrup is simply brown sugar dissolved in water along with some natural flavors and preservatives, resulting in a rich molasses flavored simple syrup. This syrup is featured in some popular Starbucks recipes, like the Iced Brown Sugar Oat Milk Shaken Espresso.

What is brown syrup made of? ›

Brown rice syrup is a sweetener made from brown rice, enzymes and water. To make the syrup brown rice is cooked and then exposed to enzymes that breakdown the starches into smaller sugars. This liquid is then filtered to remove any remaining solids or impurities to create a thick, golden syrup.

What are the different types of sugar syrup? ›

There are a range of syrups used in food production, including:
  • Agave syrup, made from agave stem.
  • Cane syrup, made from sugar canes.
  • Chocolate syrup.
  • Corn syrup.
  • Glucose syrup.
  • Golden syrup, a by-product of refining crystallized sugar.
  • High fructose corn syrup, widely used in the US.
  • Maple syrup.

What's the difference between maple syrup and brown sugar? ›

Brown sugar is known to have more vitamins and minerals than white sugar, however it still offers slightly less nutritional value than pure maple syrup. Maple syrup has fewer calories and also offers more calcium, riboflavin and manganese than brown sugar.

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