How to Make Mint Simple Syrup - A Step-by-Step Guide

Mint simple syrup is a versatile and refreshing ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes and drinks. Its sweet and minty flavor can add a delicious twist to cocktails, mocktails, desserts, and even savory dishes. Making your own mint simple syrup at home is easy and allows you to customize the intensity of the mint flavor to suit your preferences.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup fresh mint leaves

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 cup

  • Combine water, sugar, and mint leaves in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Simmer for 1 minute; remove from heat and let syrup steep, about 30 minutes.
  • Pour syrup into a sterilized glass jar through a mesh strainer to remove mint leaves; let cool.
  • Nutrition

    98 cal.

    • Sodium: 1mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Total Sugars: 25g
    • Protein: 0g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 7mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 7mg