Spiced Maple Simple Syrup
How to Make Simple Syrup
For ease of preparation, the sugar and water components of cocktails are often combined in a "simple syrup." When mixing drinks, the standard simple syrup is one part sugar to one part water. For a "heavy simple syrup," the recipe is one part water to two parts sugar. Experiment with flavoured syrups by adding flavour elements during blending.
INGREDIENTS
DIRECTIONS
- Add all ingredients to a saucepan and bring to a boil for 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Strain out spices.
- Cool and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator
Vancouverite Jina Toppin first stepped up to the bar at the Lift in Coal Harbour where she found opportunities to grow and innovate. Next, at the Revel Room, Jina developed her own philosophy behind the cocktail. Intrigued by herbal ingredients, Jina aims to soothe whether with stomach-settling muddled mint and ginger or cold-busting spiced brandy.
Jina now brings her innovations to Coast Restaurant where she continues to add more exciting concoctions to the tables. (March 2010)
