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Perfect for mixing with water, soda, or in cocktails.","serves":20,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":10,"totalMinutes":40,"activeMinutes":20},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"500g granulated sugar","name":"Granulated Sugar","quantity":500,"unit":"g","usQuantity":2.5,"usUnit":"cup","form":"granulated","notes":"white","group":"Syrup Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"500ml water","name":"Water","quantity":500,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"cup","form":"liquid","notes":"","group":"Syrup Base","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"100g fresh mint leaves","name":"Mint","quantity":2,"unit":"bunch","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"bunch","form":"fresh leaves","notes":"approx 100g or 2 large bunches","group":"Flavoring","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"1/2 lemon, juiced","name":"Lemon","quantity":0.5,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":0.5,"usUnit":"piece","form":"juiced","notes":"helps preserve color and adds a hint of acidity","group":"Flavoring","optional":true}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Thoroughly wash the fresh mint leaves in cold water and pat them dry.","group":"Preparation","title":"Thoroughly wash the fresh mint leaves","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved.","group":"Cooking","title":"Combine the sugar and water","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Once the syrup is boiling (100°C/212°F), add the mint leaves and the lemon juice. Submerge the leaves completely using a spoon.","group":"Cooking","title":"Add the mint leaves and the lemon juice","timerMinutes":1,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Remove the pan from the heat, cover with a lid, and let it steep for at least 20-30 minutes, or until the syrup has cooled to room temperature.","group":"Infusion","title":"Remove the pan from the heat","timerMinutes":20,"sourceTitle":"Infusion"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean glass bottle. Squeeze the mint leaves to extract all the flavor.","group":"Finishing","title":"Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"}],"notes":"Use the freshest mint possible for the best color and flavor. This syrup is much more potent and less neon-green than store-bought versions.","cuisine":{"group":"Western European","specific":["French"]},"course":["drink"],"cookingMethod":["simmer"],"equipment":["Medium saucepan","Fine-mesh sieve","Glass bottle","Spoon"],"diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free"],"allergens":[],"difficulty":"easy","yield":{"amount":600,"unit":"ml","note":"Approximately 20 fl oz"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"This syrup should be made at least 1 hour before serving to allow for cooling."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in a sterilized glass bottle in the refrigerator.","reheatingNotes":"Serve chilled or at room temperature."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fsirop_de_menthe_a4f8398fa1%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=1243dbb2-5b13-41c0-b65a-a2c72ba0f4c7","imageAlt":"Mint Syrup (Sirop de Menthe) — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["mint","syrup","refreshing","homemade","beverage","cocktail-mixer"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Mint Syrup (Sirop de Menthe)","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T04:16:44.387Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T04:16:44.387Z","related":[{"id":"apfelschorle_6caee0cc56","slug":"apfelschorle","title":"Apfelschorle","description":"A crisp and refreshing beverage popular in Germany, made by combining chilled apple juice with carbonated mineral water for a light, bubbly treat.","serves":1,"time":{"prepMinutes":2,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":2,"activeMinutes":2},"cuisine":{"group":"Western European","specific":["German"]},"course":["drink"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free","low_fat","low_sodium"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fapfelschorle_6caee0cc56%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=5b973458-c13f-4f66-aea7-d9f5cfda03ca","imageAlt":"Apfelschorle — recipe cover","tags":["apple","sparkling","refreshing","non-alcoholic","german-beverage","low-calorie"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":2,"stepCount":2},{"id":"cafe_au_lait_ae9f8d0155","slug":"cafe-au-lait","title":"Café au Lait","description":"A classic French breakfast staple featuring equal parts strong brewed coffee and creamy steamed milk for a perfectly balanced morning beverage.","serves":1,"time":{"prepMinutes":2,"cookMinutes":3,"totalMinutes":5,"activeMinutes":5},"cuisine":{"group":"Western European","specific":["French"]},"course":["drink"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","gluten_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fcafe_au_lait_ae9f8d0155%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=05353c32-0df1-41ef-9b10-3981dc0da9ac","imageAlt":"Café au Lait — recipe cover","tags":["coffee","french","beverage","morning","steamed milk"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":3,"stepCount":4},{"id":"sumo_de_cereja_com_limao_b284846cba","slug":"cherry-lemon-juice","title":"Cherry Lemon Juice","description":"A refreshing and vibrant Western European beverage blending the sweetness of ripe cherries with the zing of fresh lemon.","serves":2,"time":{"prepMinutes":10,"cookMinutes":0,"totalMinutes":10,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"Western European","specific":["Portuguese"]},"course":["dessert","drink"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fsumo_de_cereja_com_limao_b284846cba%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=ac0d265a-e1f1-4435-bb98-a8ca3a53f992","imageAlt":"Cherry Lemon Juice — recipe cover","tags":["cherry","lemon","juice","refreshing","beverage","summer","easy"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":5,"stepCount":5}]}