How to Make Hummingbird Water

Easy preparation and storage of hummingbird water. They will feed all winter if you make sure to fill the feeder!

Things You'll Need

  • Hummingbird feeder
  • Plain white granulated sugar
  • Water
  • Saucepan
  • Glass bottle for storage
  • Stirring spoon
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Instructions

    • 1

      The ratio for hummingbird water is one part sugar to four parts water.

    • 2

      Measure out 4 cups of water in your saucepan. Set on medium heat.

    • 3

      Measure out 1 cup of granulated white sugar and set to the side.

    • 4

      Get the water JUST to a boil, you don't want too much evaporation as you do want it to be an even mix. This will be their primary food source, so you want it to be right!

    • 5

      Remove from the heat and pour in the sugar.

    • 6

      Stir it completely, make sure it is all dissolved.

    • 7

      Let it sit till is is cooled down and pour it into a glass bottle to store.

    • 8

      Store in the fridge, it will keep for a long time. You won't be keeping it too long as the hummers will eat a LOT!