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Creme de Menthe recipe - Homemade Liqueur served in a Collins Glass
Alcoholic

Creme de Menthe

Serve in a Collins Glass

Ingredients

  • Sugar
    8 cups
  • Water
    6 cups
  • Grain alcohol
    1 pint
  • Peppermint extract
    1 oz pure
  • Food coloring
    1 tblsp green

Instructions

Bring sugar and water to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes. Cool. Add the remaining ingredients and stir. Cover and let ripen for 1 month.

Creme de Menthe — Frequently Asked Questions

How do you make a Creme de Menthe?
Bring sugar and water to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes. Cool. Add the remaining ingredients and stir. Cover and let ripen for 1 month.
What is in a Creme de Menthe?
A Creme de Menthe is made with: 8 cups Sugar, 6 cups Water, 1 pint Grain alcohol, 1 oz pure Peppermint extract, 1 tblsp green Food coloring.
What glass is best for a Creme de Menthe?
A Creme de Menthe is traditionally served in a Collins Glass.
Is a Creme de Menthe alcoholic?
Yes, the Creme de Menthe is an alcoholic cocktail.
What type of drink is a Creme de Menthe?
The Creme de Menthe is a Homemade Liqueur cocktail.

Expert Tips

Expert Tips

Glassware Tip

The Collins glass is taller than a highball, perfect for drinks with more mixer. Stack your ice to the top for maximum refreshment.

Fresh Herb Tip

Gently slap fresh herbs between your palms before adding to your drink. This releases essential oils and aromatics without bruising the leaves or creating bitter flavors.

Sweetener Tip

Make your own simple syrup by dissolving equal parts sugar and hot water. It mixes more smoothly than granulated sugar and allows precise sweetness control.

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