Mint Infused Simple Syrup

Yield: 1 cup
Time:

Ingredients

• 1 cup water
• 2 cups granulated sugar, preferably cane
• fresh mint

Directions

1. Boil the water. Add the sugar, reduce heat and stir until completely dissolved. When the mixture turns a pale straw color, turn off heat and immerse 3-4 stalks of fresh mint in the syrup. When liquid cools, strain out the mint and pour into a bottle or jar and refrigerate until needed.

Pairs well with..

• Classic Mint Julep
• Mojito