In a small saucepan over medium heat add the sugar and water. Stir and heat through until the sugar is melted.
1 cup sugar, 1 cup water
Crack the cinnamon sticks in half, allowing more flavor to infuse the simply syrup. Drop into the simple syrup and very lightly simmer, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
3-4 cinnamon sticks
Remove from the heat and allow to cool and steep for 2-4 hours. Stir occasionally if possible.
Remove the cinnamon sticks and pour into a bottle or jar with a lid and refrigerate for up to 3 months.
Using Cinnamon Simple Syrup
Use in drinks, cocktails, teas, and even with food like drizzled over fruits or granola and yogurt!