Ingredients for Creme De Menthe Dairy Free
- Fresh Mint Leaves
- 1 cup vodka
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup water
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How to Make Creme De Menthe Dairy Free
- Gently muddle 2 cups fresh mint leaves in a large jar.
- Add 1 cup vodka to the jar, ensuring the mint is fully submerged.
- Seal the jar tightly and store in a cool, dark place for 14 days, shaking gently once daily.
- After 14 days, strain the mint leaves from the vodka using a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth, pressing gently to extract as much liquid as possible.
- In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup granulated sugar and ½ cup water.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium-high heat, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Remove from heat and let the simple syrup cool completely.
- Once cooled, add the simple syrup to the strained vodka mixture.
- Stir in several drops of green food coloring until you achieve your desired shade.
- Transfer the liqueur to a clean, airtight glass bottle.
- Store in a cool, dark place for an additional 2 weeks to allow the flavors to mature.
- Enjoy your homemade Crème de Menthe in martinis, cocktails, or as a delicious after-dinner treat! Gift in attractive bottles for a personalized holiday present.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
1596g
Fat
0g
Carbs
133g
