Mint Simple Syrup
Fresh, bright, and incredibly easy, this mint simple syrup is made with real fresh mint leaves for the cleanest, most natural mint flavor.
If you’re wanting to make a fresh, unprocessed, delicious mint simple syrup, you’ve come to the right place. Just 3 ingredients (fresh mint, sugar and water) and a little over 30 minutes is all you need. This syrup is great for coffee drinks (peppermint mochas, anyone?), cocktails, in my watermelon mint popsicles, homemade ice cream… you get the idea. Let’s make it!
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As we know, I have an Aerogarden (affiliate link) that I LOVE and it has been just overflowing with mint! This simple syrup is a great way to use some of it up. Also not a bad idea to double the batch and share with friends!
Ingredient notes
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
This amount will yield just about 1 cup of syrup.
Why you’ll love it
Made with fresh mint: Using real peppermint leaves (not extracts) gives the syrup a clean, naturally bright mint flavor that tastes fresher than anything store-bought.
Only 3 ingredients: You just need water, sugar, and mint—no additives, no preservatives, no fuss.
Versatile and delicious: Add it to iced coffee, tea, lemonade, cocktails, mocktails, or brush over cake or scones. It instantly upgrades anything it touches.
Quick and foolproof: The whole recipe comes together in about 10 minutes, and the hardest part is waiting for it to cool.
Perfect for using up extra mint: If you grow mint or frequently buy it for recipes, this syrup is a great way to use up leftover sprigs before they wilt.
How to make it
The process for making peppermint syrup is as simple as the ingredients!
Simply place the fresh mint, water and sugar in a pot on the stove over medium heat and stir.
Allow this to cook, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to bubble gently.
Remove from heat and allow it to rest for about 30 minutes before straining. If you’re pressed for time, you can steep for less time, this just helps impart more deep mint flavor.
Strain it through a mesh sieve and store in glass jar or syrup bottle.
Storage & shelf-life
- Store this syrup in the fridge
- Enjoy this syrup for up to 2 weeks
Where to use mint simple syrup
There are lots of delicious ways to use your freshly made mint syrup! Here are a few of my favorite ways to enjoy it:
- Iced Peppermint Mocha (or hot!)
- Watermelon Mint Popsicles
- In homemade ice cream
- Iced or hot tea
- Cocktails
Mint Simple Syrup
Fresh mint simple syrup made with 3 simple ingredients. Great for coffee, popsicles, homemade ice cream, cocktails and more!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: 1 cup 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a sauce pan over medium heat, stir occasionally and bring to a gentle boil.
- Stir and make sure sugar is dissolved before turning off the heat. Let steep for 30 minutes.
- Strain syrup through a mesh strainer to remove mint leaves and store in a jar in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
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