Syrup

In cooking, syrup (less commonly sirup; from Arabic: شراب; sharāb, beverage, wine and Latin: sirupus)[1] is a condiment that is a thick, viscous liquid consisting primarily of a solution of sugar in water, containing a large amount of dissolved sugars but showing little tendency to deposit crystals.

There are a range of syrups used in food production, including: A variety of beverages call for sweetening to offset the tartness of some juices used in the drink recipes.

[7] In old recipes, gum arabic is added,[8] in the belief that it prevents the sugar from crystallizing and adds a smooth texture.

This type of syrup is commonly used at coffee bars, especially in the United States, to make flavored drinks.

Infused simple syrups can be used to create desserts, or add sweetness and depth of flavor to cocktails.