Mint Simple Syrup
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Combine sugar, water and mint leaves in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Bring to a simmer, stirring the mixture until the sugar has dissolved.
- Remove the syrup from the heat and allow it to steep for 30 minutes.
- Pour the syrup through a fine mesh strainer into a clean jar and seal with a tight-fitting lid.
- Allow to cool for 4 hours.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- Chill completely before mixing into cocktails.