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Simple syrup

Simple syrup is sugar dissolved in water to form a clear, pourable sweetener, used in drinks and other preparations, with thickness determined by concentration and processing.

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About Simple syrup

Simple syrup is a liquid sweetener made by dissolving sugar in water. It is clear and pourable, with a clean sweetness; its thickness depends on the sugar-to-water ratio and whether it has been heated or concentrated.

It is used to sweeten drinks and other preparations where a dissolved sweetener is convenient. Common forms include standard and richer, more concentrated syrups, as well as flavoured versions. The name alone does not specify the ratio, sugar type, or any added flavourings.

Ingredient type
whole food

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English

simple syrup

English

sugar syrup

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Simple syrup nutrition & diet

Simple syrup nutritional value

Simple syrup

Per 100 g of the edible portion in the recorded USDA food form.

Calories
184kcal
Protein
0.0g
Carbs
45.6g
Fat
0.1g

Reference values per 100 g for the displayed USDA form. Varieties, recipes, brands and preparation can differ.

Measured nutrition depends primarily on the sugar-to-water ratio and any added ingredients. Concentrated, flavoured, or reduced-sugar products should be distinguished from a basic sugar-and-water syrup.

Dietary compatibility

  • Vegan
    Not established
  • Vegetarian
    Not established
  • Pescatarian
    Not established
  • Keto
    Not established
  • Paleo
    Not established
  • Low-carb
    Not established
  • Halal
    Not established
  • Kosher
    Not established
What these diet assessments mean
Vegan · Not established
The available profile does not establish the full composition or processing for this dietary pattern.
Vegetarian · Not established
The available profile does not establish the full composition or processing for this dietary pattern.
Pescatarian · Not established
The available profile does not establish the full composition or processing for this dietary pattern.
Keto · Not established
A defined serving and sourced carbohydrate data are needed before assessing this dietary pattern.
Paleo · Not established
The ingredient form and processing have not been assessed against this dietary pattern.
Low-carb · Not established
A defined serving and sourced carbohydrate data are needed before assessing this dietary pattern.
Halal · Not established
Sourcing, processing and any applicable certification have not been verified. A food name alone does not establish halal status.
Kosher · Not established
Sourcing, processing and any applicable certification have not been verified. A food name alone does not establish kosher status.

For the plain ingredient · Awaiting review. Diet compatibility is not allergy suitability or halal/kosher certification. Keto and low-carb depend on the portion.

Reviewed ingredient entryIngredient reference · Preparations vary

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Sources & review

Nutrition reference: USDA FoodData Central — Simple syrup ↗. Values are scaled from 100 g of the recorded edible form. Individual portions have no assumed fixed weight.

Expanded overview, name examples and nutrition notes are database drafts awaiting editorial review. Numeric nutrition values, where shown, have their own source and food-form reference.

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