peppermint chiller
I planted a peppermint plant last year and was trying to decide what to do with ALL of the peppermint that I was harvesting from the plant. I have been using it for the obvious: 1. In the kettle on the wood stove 2. for a headache remedy. But alas, I still have so much to use. Here in Washington we hit a couple of warm days and I really wanted something cool and refreshing. SO was born this drink. It has been a good alternative to soda. Even though it is a Non-alcohol beverage with these ingredients, just an ounce of white rum added to an 8 oz. serving would make this a great adult beverage.
Blue Ribbon Recipe
This refreshing cocktail is a great way to cool down on a hot summer day. Make sure to have it ready in the fridge ... you never know when guests will drop by!
Ingredients
- 2 cups sugar
- 4 cups fresh peppermint leaves, with stems
- 2 cups lemon juice
- 2 cups orange juice
- 2 cups ginger ale
How To Make peppermint chiller
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Step 1In a large saucepan, combine sugar with 6 cups of water. Bring to a boil over high heat.
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Step 2Reduce heat, and simmer for 5 minutes.
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Step 3Add peppermint, remove pan from the heat, cover, and let the liquid steep for 1 hour.
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Step 4In a large pitcher, combine the mint syrup, lemon juice, orange juice, and ginger ale. -
Step 5Stir until well blended. Serve over crushed ice.
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