Peppermint syrup recipe: Minty sweetness

Are you ready to take your drinks and desserts to the next level? Making peppermint syrup is an easy way to add a refreshing, minty touch to any recipe. From lattes and hot chocolates to cupcakes and ice cream sundaes. This homemade syrup will make all of your favorite treats even more delicious! Whether you’re looking for a unique gift or something special for yourself, making peppermint syrup is sure to be a hit. In this blog post, I’ll show you how easy it can be with just a few simple ingredients. So grab your mint leaves or teabags and sugar and let’s get started!

What is peppermint syrup

Peppermint syrup is a liquid sweetener with a strong, refreshing peppermint taste. It can be used to flavor many drinks including coffee, tea, lemonade, and cocktails. The syrup is made by combining natural peppermint with sugar.

With its bold flavor and versatility, peppermint syrup is an easy way to add some extra minty sweetness to any recipe!

What does peppermint syrup taste like

If you’ve ever had peppermint flavored chewing gum or drunk peppermint tea, you will know it has a cooling and refreshing taste. Making it perfect for adding to hot drinks or drizzling over desserts.

Made into a syrup it has a sweet and minty flavor you’ll love.

One of my favorites is to make a peppermint mocha latte. It allows the peppermint and chocolate tastes to work really well together as part of a rich and creamy coffee.

How to make peppermint syrup at home

Making peppermint syrup at home is an easy way to add a sweet, refreshing flavor to drinks and desserts. To make this simple syrup, you will need peppermint teabags, granulated sugar, water, and a small saucepan.

Why peppermint teabags? I hear you asking.

Yes, you absolutely can use peppermint teabags to make this syrup. They are sold everywhere, are not too expensive and work really well in this recipe.

If you have access to fresh peppermint leaves then that works just as well. Remember peppermint plants are a type of mint plant BUT they taste completely different.

Alternatively, you can use peppermint extract, if you have it. It does a great job of making peppermint syrup. BUT if you are only buying it to make syrup with, then it’s an expensive solution.

So, for me, the bottom line is, peppermint teabags are the most easily available and most cost-effective.

Equipment

• Saucepan for stove top
• Stirring spatula
• Set of measuring spoons (optional)

Ingredients

• ½ cup water
• 1 cup sugar
• 5 peppermint tea bags

Method

• Pour the water into a heavy-bottomed saucepan.
• Heat on low-medium heat.
• When the water starts to boil, add the sugar and stir to help it fully dissolve.
• Turn the heat down to maintain a simmer and continue stirring.
• Once the sugar has completely dissolved allow the syrup to turn a light amber color.
• Remove from the heat.
• Pour the liquid into a wide-necked jar.
• Add the peppermint teabags.
• Leave to steep for at least 3 hours.
• Seal the jar and store in the fridge.

Top tips for making peppermint syrup at home

• Gather the necessary ingredients – peppermint teabags, sugar, and water.
• This recipe uses the wet caramelization process. That means you will be adding the sugar to boiling water.
• If you have one, use a heavy-bottomed saucepan. These allow the heat to spread more evenly, making it easier to caramelise the sugar.
• Boil the water then gently addthe sugar to avoid splashes.
• When you remove the saucepan from the heat handle it with care. The liquid is very hot and can cause burns.
• As with all cooking, this is a very enjoyable and fulfilling experience. But like all cooking, you need to take care and not rush any of the steps. Take care not to splash the syrup when it is hot, as it can burn.
• Add the teabags to the hot syrup as soon as you have poured it into a jar.
• Once cooled and you have removed the teabags, transfer the syrup into an airtight container or jar so that you can use it when needed – perfect for adding minty sweetness to coffee drinks!
• Label the jar so you will remember which syrup is in it. AND put the date – so you know when to discard any syrup you have left over.
• Store in the fridge for up to a few days, then discard any unused syrup. That’s why I made a small amount in this recipe – to avoid the risk of much going to waste!

Different types of syrups for coffee

• Vanilla Syrup
• Caramel Syrup
• Hazelnut Syrup
• Mocha Syrup
• Almond Syrup
• Gingerbread syrup

FAQs

What ingredients are needed to make peppermint syrup?

You will love how simple this recipe is. There are only 3 simple ingredients:

• Peppermint teabags
• granulated sugar
• water.

Is there a way to adjust the sweetness of the peppermint syrup?

Once you have made the syrup, if you want it sweeter, add some sugar or other sweetener to the coffee you are making.

The next time you make up the syrup, you could use one fewer teabags. That way the peppermint will be less strong and the sweetness of the syrup will come through.

Are there any special techniques or tips when making peppermint syrup at home?

No, this recipe is so simple -if you can make a cup of tea, you can make this recipe!