how long does homemade sugar syrup last in the fridge?

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davidpdx · Accepted Answer

There are too many variables for a precise answer. I have had simple syrup last from weeks to many months. You will know it has gone bad if you see mold or it has a funky smell. Bottom line: it is so easy and relatively inexpensive to make, just make an amount you would reasonably use in a few weeks. I store mine in the fridge in a sterilized screw-top bottle.

Nancy · Answer

Thanks both davidpdx and Shuna Lydon, esp for what mold looks like here.

Shuna L. · Answer

Depending on how thick your simple syrup is, and how you cooled it down, and the vessel in which you store it in, and how cold your fridge is - these are the factors that contribute to your syrup's longevity. Simple syrup mold will often look like cloudy streaks in the liquid - make sure to taste before stirring or adding to anything.

how long does homemade sugar syrup last in the fridge?

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