Updated May 11, 2026 Quick answer: The best agave syrup substitutes are those with a similar texture and sweetness level to agave syrup. For commercial formulators, liquid sucrose, HFCS 55, a 70-30 sugar-HFCS blend, and tapioca syrup all swap in at a 1:1 ratio. For home cooks, honey, maple syrup, and simple syrup work just…