Ingredients for Crme De Menthe
- Fresh Mint Leaves
- 1 cup (237 ml) vodka
- Granulated Sugar
- ½ cup (120ml) water
- Glycerin
- Green Food Coloring
- Blue Food Coloring
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How to Make Crme De Menthe
- Wash 2 cups of fresh mint leaves thoroughly under cold running water, ensuring all dirt is removed.
- Gently pat the mint leaves dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
- Using kitchen shears, snip each mint leaf into halves or thirds.
- Discard the stems.
- In a clean glass jar, combine the chopped mint leaves with 1 cup (237 ml) of high-quality vodka. Seal the jar tightly.
- Steep the mixture in a cool, dark place for 2 weeks, shaking the jar gently every other day to ensure even infusion.
- After 2 weeks, strain the mint leaves from the vodka using a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth, pressing gently to extract all the liqueur.
- In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup (200g) of granulated sugar with ½ cup (120ml) of water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and let the simple syrup cool completely.
- Once the simple syrup is cool, add it to the strained vodka mixture. Stir well to combine.
- Add any optional ingredients (see variations below).
- Transfer the Crème de Menthe to a clean, airtight bottle or jar. Allow to age in a cool, dark place for 1 to 3 months to allow the flavors to meld and mature. The longer it ages, the smoother it becomes.
- Once aged, enjoy your homemade Crème de Menthe in cocktails or on its own over ice.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
1598g
Fat
0g
Carbs
134g
