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Barsmith Simple Syrup
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Barsmith Simple Syrup

Barsmith
12.70 foz
Available at Foodtown
60
Calories
0g
Protein
14g
Sugars
0mg
Sodium
6
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Barsmith Simple Syrup is a straightforward bar staple presented in a 12.7 fl oz bottle and marketed to home bartenders and cocktail lovers who want a ready-to-use, reliable sweetener. You'd typically find it in the beverage or cocktail mixer aisle near bitters, flavored syrups, cocktail bitters, bottled mixers, and bar tools — sometimes also shelved alongside cocktail garnishes and specialty sugars. It’s positioned as a craft-minded, small-batch friendly product aimed at urban, food-curious adults who follow cocktail trends and appreciate “bar quality” at home; the brand leans into Southern provenance (Nashville, Austin) and bartender credibility. The label leans on a clean-ingredient health halo — “Pure Cane Sugar,” “No HFCS,” and a callout about no MSG, artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives — though there’s no organic certification or kid-oriented branding. In plain terms it’s a simple processed syrup: sugar dissolved in water with a touch of citric acid for stability and shelf life, packaged for convenience. Sensory notes are straightforward: a clear, viscous liquid with smooth sweetness and a neutral sugar flavor that blends into cocktails, coffee, iced tea, and desserts; texture is silky and pourable, used with a jigger, bar spoon, or in homemade mixers. Rituals include measuring into a shaker for classic cocktails, stirring into a pitcher for brunch cocktails, or sweetening cold beverages without the graininess of dry sugar. On American grocery shelves it reads as a modern, no-fuss tool for entertaining — practical, craft-friendly, and designed to simplify drink making at home.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 fl oz
Servings per Container: 12
Calories60
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate14g5%
Total Sugars14g
Protein0g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Pure, Cane, Sugar,, Water,, Citric, Acid..

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:2 / 4

Processed Ingredients

Why this score?

Made from a single processed culinary ingredient (pure cane sugar) combined with water and a small amount of citric acid, this bottled syrup is a processed culinary ingredient rather than an ultra-processed formulation. Minimal additives and simple composition support a NOVA 2 classification.

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Common Questions about Barsmith Simple Syrup

Well, that depends on what 'healthy' means to you! Barsmith Simple Syrup is made from pure cane sugar and water, so it’s definitely sweet. It’s best used in moderation, especially if you're watching your sugar intake. Think of it as a fun way to add a touch of sweetness to your drinks rather than a health food.

Perfect For

weekend-brunch
game-day-prep
movie-night

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