Mint Simple Syrup

This mint simple syrup recipe uses fresh mint leaves, sugar, and water to create a minty fresh sweet syrup to add a refreshing lift to cocktails, mocktails, pastry glazes, and frozen desserts. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 10 mins
• Calories: 98 Calories

Ingredients

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

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

Pour syrup into a sterilized glass jar through a mesh strainer to remove mint leaves; let cool.