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Homemade Crème de Menthe

Homemade Creme de Menthe is very easy to make and lasts indefinitely when stored in a cool dark place. Great for cocktails and in recipes like Grasshopper Pie.
Course Cocktails, Cocktail Syrup
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 40 2-ounce servings (10-11 cups total volume)
Calories 184kcal
Author Toni Dash

Ingredients

  • 8 cups water
  • 8 cups sugar
  • 1 pint 190 proof grain alcohol (I used Everclear brand)
  • 3 tablespoons peppermint extract
  • 1 tablespoon green food coloring

Instructions

  • Combine the sugar and water. Heat until the sugar dissolved (happens quickly; no need to boil it), stirring frequently to hasten the process. Allow to cool.
  • Once cool add the grain alcohol, peppermint extract and green coloring.

Nutrition

Calories: 184kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 0g | Fat: 0g | Saturated Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 1mg | Sugar: 40g | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 0mg