My mint is growing! I think I am the only person i know who can actually kill mint. I started this plot with a batch from the grocery store that I was keeping in a jar of water to keep fresh. It rooted. I planted it and I am so please. Every time I walk out to the garden there is more. I would much rather have lots and lots of mint instead of grass.
My Beloved believes the true use of mint is for mojitos. They are a favorite. And an easy recipe when you have mint. We actually start with a simple syrup that the mint is infused in. It makes life so much easier.
mojito
2 ounces mint infused simple syrup
2 ounces rum (we use dark, flavorful rum)
2 lime wedges
ice
soda water
Mix the rum and simple syrup together. Squeeze in the lime. Mix well. Pour over ice in a large glass. Add soda water. Stir.
Yum!
mint simple syrup
1 cup water
1 cup sugar
mint leaves, a handful (1/4 cup?)
Put the water, sugar, and mint in a pan. Put the pan on the stove and bring to a boil. Let boil one minute. Remove from the heat and let sit for at least 30 minutes. The longer it sits, the stronger the mint.