Cinnamon Simple Syrup

makes about two cups

2 cups filtered water

4 cinnamon sticks

2 cups raw sugar

1. Add the cinnamon sticks and water to a medium sauce pot. Bring the water to a boil over medium heat. Reduce the heat and allow the cinnamon sticks to simmer in the water for 10 minutes.

2. After 10 minutes, stir in the raw sugar until completely dissolved. Simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the syrup is slightly thickened.

3. Remove from the heat and allow to cool completely.

4. Strain the syrup through a sieve and then pour it into a container with an airtight lid. The syrup can be kept, chilled in the fridge, for up to two weeks.