Mint Simple Syrup
This mint simple syrup is made with fresh mint leaves, sugar, and water to create a minty fresh sweet syrup to add a refreshing lift to cocktails, mocktails, pastry glazes, and frozen desserts. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
water
1
cup
white sugar
1
cup
fresh mint leaves
1
cup
 Combine water, sugar, and mint leaves in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Simmer for 1 minute; remove from heat and let syrup steep, about 30 minutes.
  Pour syrup into a sterilized glass jar through a mesh strainer to remove mint leaves; let cool.
