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Mint Syrup

This Mint Syrup is a simple syrup is perfect for sweetening up your drinks, desserts, and cocktails.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 16 tablespoons
Calories: 25 kcal
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • ½ cup sugar
  • ½ cup mint leaves fresh

Instructions

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  1. Stir the sugar and water together in a pot, bring to the boil, then reduce the heat, add the mint leaves and allow the syrup to simmer for 10 minutes.
  2. Remove from the heat, and allow to cool.
  3. Strain in a fine mesh strainer (or mesh bag) over a bowl and discard the mint leaves.
  4. Pour into a jar or bottle and keep in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

  • When infusing the mint, make sure the mixture is at a simmer and not at a boil. Boiling mint may cause the flavor to become bitter.
  • Let the syrup cool before straining as hot sugar water can burn.
  • If you want a more intense mint flavor, add more mint leaves or let the syrup infuse for a longer time.
  • Always use a sterilized jar or container when pouring the syrup to ensure there is no bacteria growth.
  • If your syrup is too cloudy, a second straining may be necessary.

Nutrition Information

Calories 25kcal (1%) Carbohydrates 6g (2%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Sodium 1mg (0%) Potassium 8mg (0%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 60IU (1%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 4mg (0%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 16tablespoons

Amount Per Serving

Calories 25

% Daily Value*

Calories 25kcal 1%
Carbohydrates 6g 2%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 1mg 0%
Potassium 8mg 0%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 60IU 1%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 4mg 0%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.