Maple Syrup substitutes
The closest substitute for Maple Syrup is Honey Syrup, which works but the drink will taste a little different. Simple Syrup also works.
What to use instead of Maple Syrup
| Substitute | How much | Strength |
|---|---|---|
Honey SyrupWorks, tastes different Same amount | Same amount | Alcohol-free |
Simple SyrupWorks, tastes different Less sweet and loses the maple. Use 1.25× the amount | Use 1.25× the amount | Alcohol-free |
Almost the same: most people won’t notice. Works, tastes different: still a good drink, just a different one. Last resort: better than skipping the drink.
Swap it in your drink
Pick a substitute to see how much to pour in each drink with Maple Syrup, how strong the drink ends up and when to adjust the sugar.
- Maple Old Fashioned
15ml (½ oz) Maple Syrup → 15ml (½ oz) Honey Syrup
Same strength
- Virgin Strawberry Daiquiri
60ml (2 oz) Maple Syrup → 60ml (2 oz) Honey Syrup
Same strength
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Questions about Maple Syrup substitutes
What is the best substitute for Maple Syrup?
Honey Syrup is the closest substitute for Maple Syrup, though the drink will taste a little different. Use the same amount.
What can I use instead of Maple Syrup in a Maple Old Fashioned?
Honey Syrup: swap 15ml (½ oz) of Maple Syrup for 15ml (½ oz) of Honey Syrup.
How much Simple Syrup do I use instead of Maple Syrup?
Use 1.25× the amount: 30 ml (1 oz) of Maple Syrup becomes 37.5 ml of Simple Syrup.
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Out of Maple Syrup?
Proof knows these swaps. Tell it which bottles you have and it shows the drinks you can still make.