Combine equal parts sugar and water (by weight or volume)
Example: 1 cup sugar + 1 cup water
Add sugar and water to a saucepan
Heat over medium heat, stirring until sugar fully dissolves
Remove from heat
Cool to room temperature
Use immediately or store in a clean, airtight container
Refrigerate up to 1–2 weeks
For thicker syrup, use less water (e.g., 2 parts sugar to 1 part water)
For thinner syrup, use more water (e.g., 1 part sugar to 1.25–1.5 parts water)