date:Apr 09, 2019
at until the sugar is completely dissolved into the water. Do not boil.
Remove from heat. Toss the mint leaves into the saucepan and put the lid on.
Steep the mint leaves for about 20 to 30 minutes. You may be tempted to leave them in longer for a stronger syrup, but that may result in bitterness.
Strain into a clean container with a lid. Allow to cool.
Refrigerate for up to one week.
Making mint juleps and more
Use the mint simple syrup in the second of these two mint julep recipes, throwing