Crme De Menthe
Indulge in the refreshing sweetness of homemade Crème de Menthe, a vibrant mint liqueur that’s irresistibly smooth and aromatic. Crafted with fresh spearmint leaves, a simple sugar syrup, and unflavored vodka, this customizable recipe offers the perfect balance of herbal freshness and sweetness, with the optional addition of green food coloring for that classic emerald hue. Ready in just 10 minutes of prep time (plus steeping), this DIY liqueur is ideal for sipping as a digestif, mixing into cocktails, or adding a minty twist to desserts. With its all-natural ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, Crème de Menthe brings an elevated, artisanal touch to your home bar or kitchen creations. Perfectly versatile and utterly delicious!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh mint leaves (spearmint is recommended)
- 2 cups Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Water
- 2 cups Vodka (unflavored, 80 proof)
- 4 drops Green food coloring (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the mint leaves thoroughly under cold water and pat dry with a clean towel.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and water. Heat over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the sugar dissolves completely and the liquid becomes clear. This will create a simple syrup.
Step 3
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the simple syrup cool for about 10 minutes.
Step 4
Add the fresh mint leaves to a large, clean glass jar or container with a tight-fitting lid. Using the back of a spoon or a muddler, gently bruise the leaves to release their oils.
Step 5
Pour the cooled simple syrup and vodka over the mint leaves in the jar. Stir the mixture well to combine.
Step 6
Seal the jar tightly and place it in a cool, dark place. Let the mixture steep for 24–48 hours, shaking the jar gently once or twice a day to ensure even flavor distribution. The longer it steeps, the stronger the mint flavor will be.
Step 7
Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean bottle or jar, removing all mint leaves.
Step 8
If desired, add 3–4 drops of green food coloring to give the liqueur its classic green hue. Stir well to combine.
Step 9
Seal the bottle or jar and store it in the refrigerator or a cool, dark place. Crème de Menthe will keep for several months.
Step 10
Serve chilled as an after-dinner drink, use in cocktails, or drizzle over desserts like ice cream for a minty treat.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1347.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2719.2 |
| Total Fat 0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 19.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 423.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 400g | |
| Protein 11.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 426.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 800mg | 0% |
Source of Calories