Switch to a whisk and whisk in 1/2 Tablespoon (8ml) of water. If you lift the whisk and let the icing drizzle back into the bowl, the ribbon of icing will hold shape for a few seconds before melting back into the icing. That is when you know it’s the right consistency and is ready to use.
Fill your sink with about 2-cm/1-inch of water. Once the caramel has reached the desired color, you dunk the bottom of the pan in this 'water bath' to stop the caramelization/cooking process. In a spotlessly clean, light-colored saucepan (with a capacity of at least 1.5L, or 6¼ cups) combine the sugar and water.
Nearly all commercial "set retarders" are sugar-based, but it's difficult to find a recommended dose/application rate. I have, however, seen masons mix up a batch at the rate of 5 pounds (one small bag) of sugar to 5 gallons (one big bucket) of water and then apply it with a garden type sprayer (a 1# per gallon rate).

How to make Hard Candy. Combine the sugar, corn syrup, and water in a 3 quart saucepan. Over medium heat, cook the mixture until sugar is dissolved. Stir until the sugar is just dissolved and then stop stirring. Heat the mixture until it reaches 260 degrees F. Add in the food coloring if using. Continue to boil the mixture until it reaches 300

The 2:1 ratio provides a thicker and more concentrated syrup that helps bees store and build up their energy reserves for the colder months. To create the 2:1 sugar syrup, mix two cups of white granulated sugar with one cup of water. Stir the mixture until the sugar is completely dissolved. Gather the ingredients. Bring the water to a boil. Dissolve the sugar in the boiling water, stirring constantly. Once the sugar is dissolved completely, reduce the heat, cover, and allow to simmer for about 5 to 10 minutes (the more sugar, the less simmering time). 6BXM9j.
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