This fresh mint simple syrup is made with just sugar, water, and mint leaves. Perfect for cocktails like mint julep, mint mojitos, lemonade, iced and mocktails. Ready in 20 minutes and easy to make.
Equipment
- Small saucepan
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Measuring cups
- Bottle or jar
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 packed cup fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Combine sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir until sugar completely dissolves (do not boil rapidly).
- Remove from heat and add lightly crushed mint leaves.
- Steep for 15–20 minutes.
- Strain out mint leaves.
- Cool completely and transfer to a sealed container.
- Refrigerate until ready to use.
Notes
For stronger flavor, steep longer or gently muddle mint before adding.
For a rich mint syrup, use 2 cups sugar to 1 cup water.
Store refrigerated for up to 3 weeks (1:1 ratio).
Freeze in cubes for extended storage.