Creme De Menthe 1
Immerse yourself in the refreshing essence of homemade *Crème de Menthe*, a vibrant peppermint liqueur perfect for sipping or elevating your favorite cocktails. This simple DIY recipe combines the bold, aromatic flavor of fresh mint leaves with smooth vodka and a delicate sugar syrup, creating a versatile liqueur that's ideal for both entertaining and gifting. Steeped to minty perfection over 24 to 48 hours, this liqueur can be customized with a touch of optional green food coloring for a stunning, festive glow. Whether served chilled on its own, drizzled over desserts, or blended into a classic Grasshopper cocktail, *Crème de Menthe* is guaranteed to impress. Ready in just minutes of active prep time and with a deep flavor that develops over time, this recipe is a must-try for liqueur aficionados and home mixologists alike. Keywords: homemade crème de menthe, mint liqueur recipe, DIY peppermint liqueur, cocktail ingredient, green liqueur.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves
- 2 cups vodka
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 2 drops green food coloring (optional)
Instructions
Wash the mint leaves thoroughly and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Place the mint leaves in a clean glass jar with a tight-fitting lid. Pour the vodka over the mint leaves, ensuring they are fully submerged.
Seal the jar tightly and let the mixture steep in a cool, dark place for 24 to 48 hours, gently shaking the jar every 12 hours to help release the mint flavor.
After steeping, strain the vodka through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean bowl, pressing on the mint leaves to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the mint leaves.
In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and water over medium heat. Stir constantly until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture comes to a gentle simmer. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
Once cooled, mix the sugar syrup with the mint-infused vodka. Stir well to combine.
If desired, add 1-2 drops of green food coloring to give the liqueur a vibrant green hue. Stir until the color is evenly distributed.
Transfer the mixture into a clean, sterilized bottle or jar with a tight-fitting lid.
Store in a cool, dark place or refrigerate. The flavor will deepen and improve over time. Serve chilled as a standalone drink or use as an ingredient in cocktails.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2402 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.5 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 37 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 335.0 g | 122% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.0 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 312.5 g | ||
| Protein | 12.5 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 764 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 22.7 mg | 126% | |
| Potassium | 1585 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
