Peppermint simple syrup offers a refreshing flavor that’s perfect for a festive twist in drinks like a warm white hot chocolate. To craft a drink with this invigorating syrup, start by shaking together vodkas, peppermint syrup, and half and half with ice. This peppermint syrup isn’t just for cocktails; it can elevate your coffee, milkshakes, and desserts too.
For those looking to create a homemade peppermint schnapps, the gourmet DaVinci Peppermint syrup can be your base. When making a peppermint mocha, heat milk and cream with peppermint schnapps and powdered sugar, then melt chocolate separately. Combine these with steamed milk, mocha sauce, and peppermint-flavored syrup for a holiday treat complete with whipped cream and chocolate curls.
To DIY peppermint syrup at home, dissolve candy canes in a simmering mixture of water and sugar. This concoction can also contribute to hair health by soothing and cleansing the scalp. For a refreshing morning beverage, steep mint or peppermint extract in a syrup mixture, then add to a milk and chocolate chip combination for a comforting cup.
Not just a delightful addition to beverages, peppermint has nutritional value too. In a 30ml serving of Starbucks peppermint syrup, there are 70 calories and 17g of carbohydrates. As an ingredient in a peppermint tea or other homemade drinks, it can serve as a soothing pre-meal drink.
