Nothing says Christmas like candy canes. This simple syrup amps up the holiday favorite for adults. It’s best mixed with vodka, rum or gin.
Candy Cane Simple Syrup
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups sugar
- 1 ½ cups water
- 10 small candy canes
Instructions
- Place all ingredients into a saucepot and bring to a boil. Remove from heat. If you want more intense flavors and color, you can let the mixture cool for 30 minutes.
- Strain the liquid to remove the candy. Pour the cooled mixture into a bottle or pitcher.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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Creamy Candy Canetini
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice, add 1 ounce of syrup, 2 ounces of vodka, rum or gin and 1 ounce of cream. Top and shake until the shaker is cold to the touch. Strain into a martini glass and garnish with a small candy cane.
Mrs. Claus Juice
Fill a kid-friendly glass with ice. Fill it two-thirds full with Sprite or 7-Up. Add an ounce or so of Candy Cane Simple Syrup. Stir with a small candy cane.
Could I add this to regular Club soda to take effect of a sort candy cane soda?
You bet! It would be the perfect holiday soda.