Demerara syrup is a type of simple syrup that uses demerara sugar instead of white sugar. Demerara sugar is a less processed form of raw cane sugar with large flavorful light brown crystals that have a mellow toffee flavor. Demerara syrup is easy to make and can be used in cocktails, baking, and savory recipes. It is popular for winter and fall cocktails featuring whiskey, bourbon, rye, or spiced rum, and pairs well with mezcal. Demerara syrup can be used in place of any plain simple syrup, but it pairs better with some flavors than others. It is great in iced coffee or flavored iced tea, whiskey smashes, old fashions, and pretty much any drink using spiced rum. It is not recommended for lighter drinks like margaritas or most spritzes. Demerara syrup can also be used in place of honey in recipes like vinaigrettes, roasted items, and drizzled over toast with cashew butter or in place of maple in pumpkin syrup.