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Simple syrup. A basic sugar-and-water syrup used by bartenders as a sweetener to make cocktails. Simple syrup is made by stirring granulated sugar into hot water in a saucepan until the sugar is dissolved and then cooling the solution. Generally, the ratio of sugar to water can range anywhere from 1:1 to 2:1 by weight, and similarly by volume due to air in the granulated sugar.
Orgeat (pronounced or-zat) syrup is an almond-flavored syrup that is commonly used in cocktails, most notably in the Mai Tai, as well as other tiki and classic cocktails. For those designing a classic bar, orgeat is an essential mixer to have in stock. The syrup is typically made of blanched almonds, water, sugar, and orange flower water.