A simple syrup is a basic sugar syrup made by dissolving sugar in water. It is used in cocktails as a sweetener and to add body. There are many variations of simple syrup, but all are made by heating sugar and water together until the sugar is dissolved.

The most common simple syrup is made with white sugar, but you can also make a simple syrup with brown sugar, honey, or agave nectar. To make a simple syrup with brown …