Almond Cinnamon Syrup — Easy Homemade Coffee Syrup

Warm cinnamon and sweet almond in one simple syrup — stir it into coffee, tea, or sparkling water for that cozy, bakery-adjacent flavor without any fuss.

Almond Cinnamon Syrup — Easy Homemade Coffee Syrup

Sally's Kitchen · Homemade Syrup

Almond Cinnamon Syrup

Four ingredients, one saucepan, about twenty minutes — and a jar of warm, sweet, cinnamon-and-almond syrup that turns an ordinary cup of coffee into the drink you were actually craving. This one's a workhorse: hot coffee, iced coffee, tea, sparkling water, even pancakes.

Yield

~1 cup

Time

~20 min

Vibe

Classic & Warm

Why You'll Love It

  • Just 4 ingredients, no special equipment
  • Whole cinnamon sticks steep in, so the spice is warm and rounded — not sharp
  • Works hot or iced, in coffee or well beyond it
  • Keeps in the fridge for weeks — make it once, use it constantly

Ingredients

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 whole cinnamon sticks
  • 1 to 2 tsp almond extract, to taste

Directions

  1. Combine and heat. In a saucepan, combine the sugar, water, and cinnamon sticks. Set over medium heat and stir continuously until the sugar is fully dissolved.
  2. Steep. Remove from the heat and let the cinnamon steep for 15 minutes to maximize flavor.
  3. Finish. Remove and discard the cinnamon sticks. Stir in the almond extract. Let cool completely.
  4. Store. Transfer to an airtight container or jar and refrigerate.

Storage & Shelf Life

This is a standard cane sugar syrup, so it keeps around 3–4 weeks in a sealed jar in the refrigerator. Let it cool completely before sealing — trapping steam in a closed jar creates condensation that shortens shelf life. If it ever smells off or looks cloudy in a way it didn't before, discard it regardless of how long it's been.

Ways to Use It

  • Stir into hot coffee in place of sugar — dissolves clean, no grit
  • Add to iced coffee or cold brew before the milk
  • Sweeten hot or iced tea
  • Stir into lemonade or sparkling water for a homemade almond-cinnamon soda
  • Drizzle over yogurt, pancakes, or waffles
  • Swirl into oatmeal for a bakery-adjacent breakfast

Featured Drink

Sally's building a full drink recipe around this syrup this week — [link coming soon] — so check back if you want the exact build. In the meantime, this syrup is straightforward enough to drop into your own iced latte or cold brew today: start with a tablespoon over ice, add your coffee, top with milk, and adjust from there.

Product Suggestions

This syrup works with your favorite medium roast, freshly brewed espresso, or cold brew concentrate — it's built to be evergreen, not tied to one specific bag of coffee. If you want a pairing that leans into the almond side, Nuts About You brings its own toasted almond and pecan character that plays nicely alongside the syrup rather than competing with it.

Make a batch on Sunday, and by Tuesday you'll have used it in ways you didn't plan for. That's the whole point of a good syrup.

FAQ

How much almond extract should I use?
Start with 1 teaspoon and taste before adding more. Almond extract is potent — 2 teaspoons gives a noticeably stronger almond presence, but 1 is plenty for most drinks.

Can I use ground cinnamon instead of cinnamon sticks?
Whole cinnamon sticks steep cleanly and leave the syrup smooth; ground cinnamon will leave sediment at the bottom of the jar. If it's all you have, whisk it in and strain through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth before bottling.

How long does almond cinnamon syrup last?
About 3–4 weeks in a sealed jar in the refrigerator, same as any standard cane sugar syrup.

How much syrup should I use per drink?
A tablespoon per 8–12 oz drink is a reasonable starting point — adjust up or down to taste from there.

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Almond Cinnamon Syrup

Warm cinnamon and sweet almond in one simple syrup — stir it into coffee, tea, or sparkling water for that cozy, bakery-adjacent flavor without any fuss.

Author
Sally Valenti
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Servings
1 cup
Category

Syrups & Sauces

Cuisine
American

Ingredients

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 whole cinnamon sticks
  • 1 to 2 tsp almond extract, to taste

Directions

  1. In a saucepan, combine the sugar, water, and cinnamon sticks. Set over medium heat and stir continuously until the sugar is fully dissolved.
  2. Remove from heat and let the cinnamon steep for 15 minutes to maximize flavor.
  3. Remove and discard the cinnamon sticks. Stir in the almond extract. Let cool completely.
  4. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate.
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