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Fresh Mint Simple Syrup

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If you’re looking for an easy mint syrup to elevate drinks and desserts, this fresh mint simple syrup recipe delivers bright herbal flavor with just three ingredients. Made with fresh mint leaves, sugar, and water, this homemade mint simple syrup is perfect for cocktails, lemonade, iced tea, coffee, and even drizzling over fruit or cakes.

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Fresh mint simple syrup made with real mint leaves for bright, clean flavor.
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A Note From Kristen

I almost always have a jar of this mint syrup in my fridge. It’s one of those simple staples that makes everyday drinks feel more thoughtful without adding extra work. I love how something so small can shift the flavor of an entire glass. I hope you love it too!
~Kristen

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“The touch of mint in this simple syrup is genius! I love the minty flavor it adds to cocktails and I used it in lemonade, too!”
— Jenn

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Ingredient Notes

Please keep in mind that this is just a quick overview. Visit the full recipe for amounts and instructions!

  • Sugar: Any type of granulated sugar will work in this recipe. White cane sugar will result in the sweetest, and clearest-looking syrup, whereas brown sugar and coconut sugar will offer slight caramel notes. As for liquid sweeteners, honey will work in this recipe to produce mint honey syrup instead!
  • Fresh mint leaves: Fresh mint leaves add all the flavor to this recipe. You can use whatever variety of mint you can find at the store or happen to be growing yourself. I prefer a combination of peppermint and spearmint leaves, but have fun using the mint leaves you most prefer.
  • Water: Water is essential in a simple syrup recipe and when combined with both sugar and heat, will form a syrup.
A clear glass bottle of homemade mint syrup resting on a gray table next to scattered fresh mint leaves.

How to Make Mint Simple Syrup

A saucepan filled with water and sugar.
A saucepan filled with water and sugar.
A saucepan filled with sugar, water and mint leaves.
A saucepan filled with mint leaves, sugar, water and a yellow spatula
A saucepan filled with water, sugar and wilted green leaves.
A silver mesh strainer filled with wet green leaves.
A silver mixing bowl filled with freshly strained mint syrup.
A green silicone funnel resting in a clear glass bottle.
Top view of a swing-top bottle filled with syrup.
  1. Combine sugar, water, and mint leaves in a small saucepan and bring to a boil.
  2. Reduce to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, then remove from the heat and let steep for another 15 minutes.
  3. Strain out the mint leaves and use or store the syrup as desired. Enjoy!

Serving Ideas

  • Use mint syrup in cocktails like mint juleps or mojitos or mocktails.
  • Pour mint syrup into ice cube trays and freeze to store and have it handy for plopping into drinks.
  • Use mint syrup in smoothies or drizzle over ice cream.
  • Drizzle mint syrup over freshly baked goods like cake, muffins, or even my plant-based black bean brownies.
  • Mix mint syrup into lemonade to make mint lemonade.
A small glass bottle filled with golden liquid and lit by light from behind.

Storing Mint Syrup

Store mint simple syrup in a clean glass jar or airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. For longer storage, freeze it in a freezer-safe container or ice cube tray for up to 3 months. Let thaw in the refrigerator before using.

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Fresh Mint Simple Syrup (Easy Mint Syrup Recipe)

Author: Kristen Wood
148kcal
5 from 52 votes
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Prep 10 minutes
Cook 15 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total 40 minutes
This fresh mint simple syrup is made with real mint leaves, sugar, and water for a bright, refreshing flavor. Use this easy mint syrup recipe to sweeten cocktails, mocktails, lemonade, iced tea, coffee, or desserts.
Servings 8 servings
Course Condiments, Dessert, Sweets
Cuisine Middle Eastern
Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups water
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar of choice
  • 1 cup fresh mint leaves of choice
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Method

  1. Combine the water, sugar and mint leaves in a saucepan over high heat, then bring to a boil.
    Fresh mint leaves simmer in a saucepan with liquid, being stirred with a wooden spoon to create a fragrant mint simple syrup; extra mint sprigs rest on the countertop nearby.
  2. Give all a good stir, reduce the heat to a low simmer and simmer for 15 minutes.
    A pot filled with brown mint simple syrup and floating mint leaves, surrounded by fresh mint sprigs on a light surface.
  3. Turn off the heat, then let the syrup sit for 15 minutes longer before straining and discarding the leaves.
    A fine mesh strainer with wet, wilted green leaves sits over a metal bowl, surrounded by fresh mint sprigs—perfect for making homemade mint simple syrup.
  4. Store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, or enjoy right away!
    A glass bottle filled with amber-colored mint simple syrup stands on a light surface, surrounded by fresh mint leaves.

Notes

Sugar: You can use any granulated sugar you prefer. White sugar, brown sugar, coconut sugar – it all works!
Mint Leaves: You can use peppermint leaves, spearmint leaves, any mint leaves you prefer or have on hand, or even a combination.

Nutrition

Serving0.25cupCalories148kcalCarbohydrates38gProtein0.2gFat0.2gSaturated Fat0.01gPolyunsaturated Fat0.03gMonounsaturated Fat0.001gSodium5mgPotassium33mgFiber0.5gSugar37gVitamin A239IUVitamin C2mgCalcium16mgIron0.3mg

Nutritional information is automatically calculated using a third-party calculator and is an estimate only.

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Kristen is a writer, photographer, recipe developer, and certified functional nutrition expert. She is also the author of Fermented Hot Sauce Cookbook, Vegetarian Family Cookbook, and Hot Sauce Cookbook for Beginners. Her work has been featured in various print and online publications including Elle, NBC, Chicago Sun-Times, Martha Stewart, MSN, New York Daily News, Healthline, and many more. Kristen is also a syndicated writer for The Associated Press.

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4 Comments

  1. 5 stars
    Loving this minty simple syrup. It’s very handy and so easy to make. I love that it remains fresh for a long time in the refrigerator.

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  2. 5 stars
    In the fall, I always have a lot of fresh mint that I grow but never know what to do with it. Now I know what I will be making with all my extra mint leaves. Your fresh mint syrup is so perfect for leftover mint leaves.

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  3. 5 stars
    Mint is my favorite flavor to add to iced tea. This is really easy and adds refreshing sweetness!

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  4. 5 stars
    The touch of mint in this simple syrup is genius! I love the minty flavor it adds to cocktails and I used it in lemonade, too!

    Reply