Today, we'll explore one of three distinct approaches to crafting raspberry syrup for cocktails. This particular method requires just three ingredients: a saucepan, a stove, and ten minutes of your time.
It stands as the swiftest among the trio of techniques for creating homemade raspberry syrup.
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Step into the world of raspberry syrup and witness how it transforms classic cocktails into unforgettable experiences.
Take the Clover Club, for example, where the sweet raspberry syrup blends with zesty lemon and
Whether you're a seasoned cocktail enthusiast or just starting your mixology journey, raspberry syrup adds a burst of flavor and excitement to any drink.
So let’s start and craft homemade raspberry syrup with just a pan, stove, and three ingredients—it's easier than you think!
🥘 Ingredients
- 2 Parts of Fresh Raspberries—Selecting the ripest raspberries ensures a burst of fruity flavor in every sip of your homemade syrup.
- 2 Parts of Sugar—Use granulated sugar for this recipe. Regular granulated sugar dissolves evenly and readily, ensuring a smooth texture for your syrup. Avoid brown sugar, as it would alter the flavor.
- 1 Part of Water—Depending on where in the world you are located, using the local tap water can have an immense impact on flavor. To be on the safe side, use purified water to get a clean and crisp base, allowing the raspberry flavor to shine through in every batch of syrup.
🔪 Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: In a saucepan, combine 2 parts fresh raspberries, 2 parts white sugar, and 1 part water.
Step 2: Simmer the mixture over low heat, stirring gently, for approximately 10 minutes.
Step 3: While simmering, gently crush the raspberries and squeeze out the juice.
Step 4: Ensure that the sugar completely dissolves into the mixture.
Step 5: Press the raspberry mixture through a fine-mesh sieve using a spoon.
Step 6: Allow the mixture to cool, then strain it into a glass bottle for storage.
🌡️ Storage
To store homemade raspberry syrup, ensure it's cooled completely before transferring it to a clean, airtight glass bottle or jar. Seal the container tightly and store it in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.
🍽 Equipment
- Saucepan
- Measuring cups
- Spoon
- Close-meshed sieve
- Tall container
- Funnel
- Preserving bottle
💭 Top tips
How to Sterilize Glass Containers
To give your glass containers a spa day, first, dunk them into a bubbly hot water bath, ensuring they're fully submerged. Let them soak up the warmth for 30 minutes, then lift them out, feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. Finally, lay them out on cozy paper towels to air dry, ready for their next adventure in the world of homemade delights!
🧊 Substitutes
Fresh Raspberries: Beautiful fresh berries are the best choice for this easy syrup, but if they’re out of season, you can use them frozen in a pinch. You can swap some or all of the fresh raspberries for a mixture of other delicious fresh berries.
🙋🏻 FAQ
Raspberry syrup is typically made of fresh raspberries, sugar, and water. However, if you are planning on creating uncooked raspberry syrup, you can skip the water.
Raspberry syrup is usually good for several weeks when stored properly in the refrigerator.
Chefs and mixologists often rely on sugar syrups, with the most common being simple syrup and rich syrup. The key difference lies in their sugar-to-water ratio: simple syrup has a 1:1 ratio, while rich syrup boasts a thicker consistency with a 2:1 ratio. Our raspberry syrup falls into the rich syrup category, offering a concentrated sweetness that requires less per drink and boasts a longer shelf life.
Other Raspberry Recipes for You to Try
- Raspberry Lemon Drop Martini
- Raspberry Daiquiri
- Raspberry Cheesecake
- Raspberry Almond Thumbprint Cookies
- Raspberry Syrup {without cooking}
- Raspberry
Gin & Tonic - Raspberry Margarita (coming soon)
- Frozen Raspberry Margarita (coming soon)
- Clover Club (coming soon)
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📖 Recipe
How to make Raspberry Syrup?
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Spoon
- Preserving bottle
- Funnel
Ingredients
- 1 cup Raspberries fresh
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- ½ cup Water
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine 1 cup Raspberries, 1 cup Granulated sugar, and ½ cup Water.1 cup Raspberries, 1 cup Granulated sugar, ½ cup Water
- Simmer the mixture over low heat, stirring gently, for about 10 minutes.
- Gently crush the raspberries and squeeze out the juice while simmering.
- Ensure the sugar dissolves completely into the mixture.
- Press the raspberry mixture through a fine-mesh sieve using a spoon.
- Let the mixture cool, then strain it into a glass bottle for storage.
Notes
Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.
⛑️ Food Safety
- Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
- Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
- Wash hands after touching raw meat
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
For further information, check Safe Food Handling - FDA.
Amy
This worked exactly as written, thanks! Teenage daughter enjoyed making mocktails with her friends on the weekend!
Amy Liu Dong
This raspberry syrup looks incredibly tasty and yummy! A perfect flavor booster for our drinks! I totally love it!
Nora
Thank you, Amy! I am glad you liked it so much!
Helen
I love raspberries. This syrup really brings the flavor of the raspberries to sparking water, ice cream, even plain yogurt!! I love it.
Nora
Thank you so much, Helen! I'm glad you've found so many ways to use the syrup!
Nora
Thank you, Amy!