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 | I have a very sweet newsletter for you today with the topic being those essential drink sweeteners that we cannot mix without. From the simple DIY recipes to exploring the commercial options available and reviving old-time sweets to celebrating the newest trends, it is all about the sweet stuff today and all of the drink recipes included use one of these mixers. I want to thank everyone who joined in on the pear cocktail contest, you have given us another tough round of decisions and we'll have those in the coming weeks. For now you can browse the entries here. Next up (and opening November 1) is an open-ended theme. We will be looking for your holiday cocktail recipes.  Cocktail of the Week: Apple Pie Sparkler This fun little soda drink came about because of my recent infatuation with Amoretti Apple Pie Syrup and essentially all it is is that sweetener, a little lemon, and some ginger ale. If you're in the mood, spike it with spiced rum or whipped cream vodka. Get the recipe... |
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7 Great Flavored Syrup Brands
 I am all for making my own syrups, both plain and flavored, but there are just some flavors that are not that easy to create on your own and this is when it is best to buy. There are a number of syrup producers that are creating some fascinating syrups, many of which you probably didn't know you wanted. There are also some smaller companies that are handcrafting premium syrups, either bringing back classic ingredients or reinventing what we thought we knew about these simple and essential ingredients. In this article, I have found 7 of the best brands of syrup, big and small, that I recommend you check out. A few drinks with flavored syrups:
| DIY Simple Syrup
 Simple syrup gets its name because it is just that, simple. Making the unflavored sweetener yourself is one of the easiest preps you can do in your bar and just because the base recipe is simple, doesn't mean that there are not many variations. In many cases, it is almost just as easy to create your own flavored syrups to add an extra dimension to your drinks. Fun flavored syrups for fall:
| Lovin' the Gomme
 Gomme syrup is a mixer found in many classic cocktails and is very similar to simple syrup. It adds gum arabic and one extra preparation step to the mix and can be used to add a silky texture and soften the alcohol flavors. Here are some drinks that use gomme syrup:
| And Then There Was Agave
 Agave nectar is everywhere now and that is a lovely thing. Where it was somewhat elusive just a few years ago, you can now find it in almost any grocery store. A popular alternative to simple syrup, agave nectar has many advantages including a lower glycemic index, and is a perfect sweetener for any drink, particularly tequila cocktails. A few agave nectar drinks:
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