Brandy Simple Syrup

Simple Syrup is brushed on cakes for added moisture and flavor. This one can be flavored with brandy or rum.

Brandy Simple Syrup

Ingredients

2 cups water
1 cup white sugar
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/4 cup brandy

Instructions

1 In a saucepan, combine water, sugar and lemon zest. Bring mixture to a boil and continue boiling for 5 minutes. Strain into a sealable container, removing the lemon zest. Allow to cool, then cover and store in refrigerator.

2 When ready to use, mix in brandy. Brush onto cake layers before frosting.

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Comments (1)

Jewels17 on 16 Jun 2011 , 5:49pm

I tried this recipe and it turned out really well. However, I used 1/2 tsp. of lemon extract since I didn't have a lemon on hand. I will also say that when I printed this, all the directions didn't print and I put the brandy in the mixture while it was still warm. I did go ahead and use it right away.

Brandy Simple Syrup