How to Make Your Own Mint Extract

I have a problem. 

I love mint. But I’m afraid mint does not love me back. No biggie. But it’s time I do something about it. 

You see, I cannot find a decent mint extract here in Manila.

My friend Kitty must have sensed my frustration she even offered so send me a bottle all the way from France. So sweet of her.

Anyway, I decided to make my very own mint extract. I made a big batch. I have a feeling I will be using it often. Here’s how -



Mint Extract:
Adapted from Cooks.com


What we need:


1 canning jar (the one I used can hold 2 cups)
Half a pound of mint leaves
Vodka (any brand will do, it should be at least 80 proof though)

Procedure:
1. Wash mint leaves well and let it dry for a bit.
2. Using a knife, crush/bruise the leaves, stems and all. I was very tempted to julienne the leaves to bring out all the mint-y goodness

3. Place the leaves in the canning jar.

4. Add the vodka.

*** this is as far as I went***


5. Using a piece of well-washed, new cheese cloth, strain (and discard) the leaves from the infusion after three to four weeks.

Tonight, I will dream about all the mint-y goodies I will make three months for now.

York Peppermint Patties, a Chocolate Mint Cake, Mint and White Chocolate Cream Pies, Mint Semifreddo, and oh, maybe I should make Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies and Mint Filled Brownie Cupcakes again. Sigh.  Okay, I’ll stop now.  My waistline is starting to complain.

Happy Cupcaking, 

Aikko

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