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This homemade Dried Mint Simple Syrup is a fresh, aromatic sweetener that adds a cool herbal flavor to drinks, desserts, coffee, mocktails, and cocktails. It makes the best mojito coffee! Made with just three simple ingredients, this easy syrup recipe comes together in minutes and stores beautifully in the fridge. Whatever you’re flavoring, this mint syrup is a versatile staple to keep on hand.
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Can I make mint syrup with dried mint?
Yes, and it’s delicious! Dried mint simple syrup is made by simmering sugar and water using a 1:1 ratio, and steeping the dried mint in the hot syrup. Then simply strain out the leaves and store in the fridge.
How to make
I have tips and tricks in the post, and the full recipe card can be found below.
Best Mint to Use: Really, you can use any dried mint in this recipe. And, check out my guide on How to Dry Fresh Mint. Peppermint is ideal for a bold, classic flavor. And spearmint offers a slightly sweeter, milder profile. I grow tons of Mojito Mint (a type of spearmint) in my garden. I love the lightly citrus minty flavor. And it’s perfect in mojitos.
Don’t boil the mint. Adding mint after removing the syrup from heat preserves its fresh flavor and prevents bitterness.
The steeping time directly affects the intensity. For a lighter flavor, steep closer to 30 minutes. For a stronger, more concentrated mint flavor, steep up to 1 hour. You can also increase or decrease the amount of mint for a more or less intense flavor.
Cover while steeping, this helps retain essential oils and aroma.
Be sure to sterilize the container you’re going to use to extend the shelf life and prevent spoilage.
Straining thoroughly is essential, any leftover plant material can shorten shelf life and cause spoilage. Use a fine strainer or cheesecloth to ensure a clear, clean syrup.
You can double or even half the recipe as desired.
Storage
Store the syrup in a clean airtight container in the fridge for 2 to 4 weeks. For the freshest, minty-est, flavor, use within the first 2 weeks. For maximum shelf life, ensure the syrup is strained of all fresh mint leaves and fully cooled before refrigerating.
You can find these adorable glass syrup dispenser bottles on Amazon.
Ways to use
There are lots of great ways to use this syrup. Add it to drinks like iced tea or lemonade. Swish some in hot tea. Make a super minty sensation with my Dried Mint Herbal Tea.
It’s perfect for cocktails and mocktails like mojitos and mint juleps. Make simple mint-flavored mocktails by mixing this syrup with sparkling water or soda water for a refreshing drink.
Drizzle over fruit and baked desserts. Add to icing and cake batters. Make mint brownies by adding some to the brownie batter.
You know I love it in coffee and lattes.
Mojito recipes
I’m a big fan of the mojito! It’s my go to drink. Of course, I always order a non-alcoholic one now. Here are some of the great versions I’ve shred on the blog iced mint mojito coffee, matcha mojito, and the peach mojito.
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Recipe
Dried Mint Simple Syrup
Ingredients
- 1 cup Water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 tablespoons dried mint 2 tablespoons if you prefer less mint flavor
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the water and sugar. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat and stir in the dried mint. Let the mixture steep as it cools for 30 to 60 minutes, depending on desired strength. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the mint leaves. Transfer to a clean, airtight container, and refrigerate.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations, and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content will vary based on brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes, and more.
Debi
This is a great way to use all the fresh mint in your garden! And it makes a great mojito! I hope you love it as much as I do. Debi, author, Life Currents