MAC describe Syrup as a cloudy pink. I'd call it a mauvey pink which on me is a shade darker than my normal lip color. If you have pigmented lips, Syrup is the perfect everyday lip color.
Lustre lipsticks have sheer to medium buildable coverage and a glossy finish. I find the luster formula to be moisturising enough that I don't need to use lip balm underneath (unless my lips are really dry, in which case I'd be using lip balm instead of lipstick) and I love the vanilla fragrance.
Syrup is right up there with my all time favorite lipsticks, it's so easy to wear and the color is beautiful.