Mint Simple Syrup
Mint Simple Syrup is sweet, minty, and the perfect addition to your drinks. It's incredibly easy to make, and requires only three ingredients.
Servings: 8
Calories: 97kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 bunch fresh mint
Instructions
- Combine the water and sugar in a heavy bottomed saucepan over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved into the water completely.
- Turn off the heat and add the fresh mint to the syrup.
- Allow the syrup to cool completely before straining out the mint and storing the syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
- You can extend the shelf life of this simple syrup a bit by adding about half an ounce of plain vodka to the syrup after it has cooled
Nutrition
Serving: 1 | Calories: 97kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Sodium: 2mg | Sugar: 25g