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Sirop de menthe fraîche fait maison

Homemade Fresh Mint Syrup

Course: Other dessert
Cuisine: French
Occasion: Barbecue, Picnic
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 1 liter
With only two ingredients, you'll make the perfect homemade mint syrup. Bring water to a boil, pour over mint leaves and sugar. Rest for 24 hours. Strain.
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Equipment

  • Strainer

Ingredients

  • 1 large bunch mint
  • 750 ml water
  • 375 gr sugar

Instructions

  • Start by rinsing and removing each mint leave from the sprigs. Discard stems.
  • Prepare the quantity of water and sugar. Bring water to a boil.
  • Place mint leaves in a container. Pour over the boiling water, add sugar and combine until sigar is dissolved.
  • Cover and let it stand and infuse for 24 to 48 hours.
  • After this time, strain through a fine-mesh strainer to remove mint leaves and pour into bottles.
  • Store in a refrigerator and enjoy with ice cubes and fresh water (plain or sparkling).