How To Make Smoked Simple Syrup

Smoked simple syrup has a rich, sweet, and smoky flavor that is ideal for elevating your cocktail game. It is equally popular at summer barbecues and cookouts.

How do you make smoke simple syrup? Making smoked simple syrup can be done in a few minutes. Simply combine water and sugar in the pan, and then smoke for 2 hours at 180°F.

Continue reading to learn more about smoked syrup. Get detailed instructions for making it at home and how it’s used.

What is Smoked Simple Syrup?

Before we discuss smoked simple syrup you should first understand what simple syrup is.

Also known as sugar syrup, simple syrup can be used to sweeten cocktails, iced drinks, and lemonades.

Because it’s in liquid form, it’s much easier to mix it into cold drinks than regular sugar which can take longer to dissolve.

The syrup can be used for more than just drinks. This syrup can be used to sweeten baked goods and desserts, and it is also used as a glaze.

Simple syrup can be purchased at the grocery store or online. You can also make it yourself in just a few minutes with two ingredients.

Smoked simple syrup is simply simple syrup that has been smoked in a smoker. This simple syrup is great for any drink and can be made at home.

Making Smoked Simple Syrup

Smoked simple syrup is an excellent choice, whether you’re looking to pair it with something sweet and savory. You can also add herbs or spices to give it more flavor.

Instructions

1. Preheat your smoker to 180°F
2. As the smoker heats, get a large baking sheet and mix cold water with granulated sugar in an 1:1 ratio.
3. Give it a quick stir.
4. Once the pellet grill is ready to use, place the baking dish into the smoker. Smoke it for approximately 2 1/2 hours.
5. Mix the syrup once a month to ensure that it dissolves and retains the smoky flavor.
6. Once the syrup has smoked, take the baking dish off the grill and let it cool.
7. When the syrup has reached room temperature, strain it through fine mesh sieves to remove any smoke or ash.
8. Use the smoked simple syrup to make delicious cocktails.

Notes

• Make the syrup with cold water. Smoke adheres better to it.
• You don’t have to worry if the sugar doesn’t dissolve properly when it’s put into the smoker. The heat from the smoking will melt the sugar and allow it to dissolve with the water.
• To create new flavors, you can switch out the sweetener or wood pellet.

How to Make Smoked Simple Syrup

Prep time:1 min Total time:1 minutes

Smoked simple syrup is an excellent choice, whether you’re looking to pair it with something sweet and savory. You can also add herbs or spices to give it more flavor.

Instructions

1. Preheat your smoker to 180°F
2. As the smoker heats, get a large baking sheet and mix cold water with granulated sugar in an 1:1 ratio.
3. Give it a quick stir.
4. Once the pellet grill is ready to use, place the baking dish into the smoker. Smoke it for approximately 2 to 2 1/2 hours.
5. Mix the syrup once a month to ensure that it dissolves and retains the smoky flavor.
6. Once the syrup has smoked, take the baking dish off the grill and let it cool.
7. When the syrup has reached room temperature, strain it through fine mesh sieves to remove any smoke or ash.
8. Use the smoked simple syrup to make delicious cocktails.

Notes

• Make the syrup with cold water. Smoke adheres better to it.
• You don’t have to worry if the sugar doesn’t dissolve properly when it’s put into the smoker. The heat from the smoking will melt the sugar and allow it to dissolve with the water.
• To create new flavors, you can switch out the sweetener or wood pellet.

Different Smoked Simple Syrup

Smoked simple syrup can be made in many different ways by adding any of your favorite ingredients to it while it is cooling or smoking.

The most common variations are:

• Ginger Smoked Simple Syrup. Smoke 1 cup of fresh ginger sliced. Strain the syrup before storage.
• Vanilla Smoked Simple Syrup. After the syrup has cooled, add 1 to 2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
• Mint Smoked Simple Syrup. Smoke 1 cup fresh, chopped mint leaves. Before storing, strain the mixture.
• Spiced Smoked Easy Syrup. Use a few whole cloves and two cinnamon sticks to spice it up before you start smoking. Strain the syrup before storage.

There are also flavor infusers.

• Basil, rosemary and sage
• Orange or lemon
• Jalapeno slices

What Sweeteners Are Best For Smoked Simple Syrup

Simple syrup can be made with white sugar (or smoked simple syrup), but you can experiment with different types of sugar.

• For example, you can use brown sugar to make dark smoked simple syrup. This will give you a deeper, more molasses-y taste.
• You can also substitute white sugar with natural sweeteners like honey, maple syrup, or agave. Use 1/2 cup honey for every 1 cup of water. Maple syrup can be difficult to use because of its dominant flavor. However, you can still give it a try.
• We recommend allulose if you’re looking for keto-friendly options. It has a similar consistency as regular simple syrup.

What Pellets to Use for Smoked Simple Syrup

There are so many types of wood that it can be difficult to decide which one is best for you.

Simple syrup is often used to make sweet drinks. We recommend using pecan, maple or cherry wood pellets.

• Pecan pellets are made from hickory, but they give off a smoother smoke and a subtle flavor that has hints of vanilla and nuts. This syrup is perfect for slow cooking. The longer you allow the syrup to soak in the smoke, the more distinct the flavor will become.
• Maple wood pellets have a mild flavor with a hint sweetness. They are great for smoking simple syrup.
• Cherry Pellets give the syrup a sweet and fruity flavor with a hint tartness.
• Apple pellets have a similar flavor to cherry pellets but are slightly sweeter.

You can also use a mixture of pellets to see what happens!

Uses for Smoked Simple Syrup

You can use smoked simple syrup in savory and sweet dishes in so many ways!

These are our top picks for using smoked simple syrup.

• It can be used in place of simple syrup for smoky flavor to favorite cocktails like an Old Fashioned and a Mojito.
• Grilled or oven-roasted meats are great for barbecues.
• You can add to your homemade BBQ sauce instead liquid smoke.

How to Make a Smoked Simple Syrup Cocktail

A cocktail is the best way to use smoked syrup. There are so many drinks you can make with it and the syrup’s sweet, smoky flavor gives them a great kick.

These are some popular smoked drinks that you must learn how to make to impress your friends when they visit.

1. Smoked Margarita

Here’s how to make a Smoked Margarita with smoked jalapeno simple sugar:

1. Make a simple syrup with smoked jalapeno slices and add it to the smoked simple syrup.
2. Mix the simple syrup of smoked jalapeno, tequila and lime juice with orange liqueur in a shaker.
3. Shake, shake, shake!
4. Place a lime wedge on the rim of the glass. Roll some kosher salt around the rim and then fill the glass with ice.
5. Strain the margarita in a glass. Garnish with a lime wedge or jalapeno.

2. Smoked Cosmopolitan Martini

Here’s how to make a Smoked Cosmopolitan Martini with smoked orange simple syrup

1. Make a simple syrup with orange rind and smoke.
2. Mix vodka, cranberry juice and lime juice in a shaker.
3. Shake, shake, shake!
4. Strain the martini in a glass and garnish it with orange zest

3. Smoked Tom Collins

Here’s how to make a Smoked Tom Collins with smoked basil simple syrup

1. Make a simple syrup with basil leaves and smoke it.
2. In a cocktail shaker, combine the simple syrup of smoked basil, gin, lemon zest, and ice.
3. Shake, shake, shake!
4. Fill a tall, narrow glass with ice.
5. Strain the cocktail into a glass. Top it with club soda and garnish with a lemon slice or basil.

4. Smoked Mojito

Here’s how to make a Smoked Mojito with smoked mint simple syrup

1. Make a simple syrup of smoked maple and mint leaves.
2. In a cocktail shaker, combine the simple syrup of smoked mint, lime juice, rum and ice.
3. Shake, shake, shake!
4. Mix the mojito in a glass. Garnish the mojito with mint leaves and a wedge of lime.

Similar Questions

We thought we’d share some additional information about smoked simple syrup.

How do you store smoke simple syrup?

For up to four weeks, keep your smoked simple syrup in a sealed jar in the fridge. Use flavor boosters within one week if you’re using syrup.

Can you freeze smoked simple syrup?

You can freeze smoked simple syrup for up to three months to extend its shelf life.

It is best to put the syrup in an ice tray, and let them freeze. Once the syrup has froze, place them in a freezer-safe bag. You can then use them whenever you need them.

Are smoked cocktails healthy?

Smoked cocktails are not healthier than regular cocktails. They also carry the same health risk, including liver damage and addiction. Their flavor is the only thing that makes them different.