Peppermint Syrup

Byبريد تيفيDecember 19, 20251 Mins read62

Peppermint Syrup: A Refreshing and Easy-to-Make Homemade Recipe

It’s the season to learn to make your own peppermint syrup! This flavored simple syrup recipe is incredibly easy to make at home and can be used in various recipes, including coffee and lattes, cocktails, sparkling water or soda, and even baked goods or desserts like drizzled over ice cream.

One of my favorite seasonal drinks is a peppermint mocha! While I use peppermint extract in this recipe, you could use peppermint candy or fresh peppermint instead. Keep in mind that peppermint is a specific kind of mint, and at most groceries, the fresh mint sold in the herb section is usually spearmint or Thai mint.

How to Make Peppermint Syrup

In a small pan, combine the sugar and water. On medium heat, simmer together and stir until sugar is fully dissolved and there are no grains. Then stir in the peppermint extract.

Do not boil simple syrup for more than the time it takes to dissolve. If you overcook your syrup, it will eventually become caramel. Let cool and pour into an airtight container in the fridge.

Notes & Substitutions

If you want to use peppermint candy (like candy canes) instead of extract, simply add 1/4 cup candy pieces to the mixture after dissolving the sugar. Let simmer for 2-3 full minutes. Then allow the syrup to cool in the pan. Remove the candy pieces before storing the syrup.

If you want to use fresh peppermint instead of extract, simply add 5-6 leaves to the mixture after dissolving the sugar. Let simmer for 2 full minutes. Then allow the syrup to cool in the pan. Remove the mint pieces before storing the syrup.

Make it a Gift!

Peppermint simple syrup makes a great homemade gift option for any coffee lover in your life!

More Homemade Syrup Recipes

Check out our other popular syrup recipes, including cranberry syrup, cinnamon dolce, pumpkin spice syrup, honey syrup, mint syrup, cherry syrup, raspberry syrup, and strawberry syrup.