

Sugar Free- this is trickier homemade and for best results, we recommend buying the Torani sugar free.It will retain the maple flavor too though, so it will taste different. Maple Syrup - this can be made by using maple syrup instead of sugar.Honey - this can be made with honey instead of sugar, use 1 cup.Organic - you can make this syrup organic by using organic sugar.The lemon juice will prevent the syrup from crystallizing and help it last longer. With such a small amount, you can't taste the lemon. Hint: Adding the 2-3 drops of lemon juice is completely optional. Use pure peppermint extract only for the best results and flavor. Allow to cool to room temperature before using or transferring to another container.ĭo not use peppermint oil or flavoring. Add peppermint extract and stir to combine. Remove from heat and allow to cool for about one minute. lemon juice, 2-3 drops, completely optional.water- regular tap is fine, may also use bottled or distilled.Party Friendly - this is perfect for a party, along with some hot chocolate packets or coffee.Food Allergy Friendly - This is very allergy friendly! It can be given or taken to a party where there are those with food allergies.Inexpensive- Starbucks, Fontana and Torani syrups are expensive to buy! This one is so inexpensive to make, you could make it 10x over for the cost of pre-made.Hand out in jars with a ribbon around the edge or find a cute squeeze bottle to put it in. Great, Original Friend or Neighbor Gift - this is a great gift for friends, neighbors and coworkers.Festive - it's festive and fun for Christmas (but also delicious year round) and can be made more festive by decorating more.We also love to put this in milkshakes, on pancakes (especially chocolate chip!), and into cucumber or watermelon infused waters for that minty fresh taste. Versatile- this is so great for those wintery treats like coffee, hot chocolate and tea.Kid Friendly - this is a great recipe to make with kids! They can help out and my kids love putting the syrup in their hot chocolate for a fun treat.Quick & Easy- this is seriously sooo quick and easy to make, with simple ingredients.Check out our other Syrups: Brown Sugar Simple Syrup and Vanilla Syrup. If you love peppermint also check out our Christmas Chex Mix and Christmas Rice Krispie Treats (both made with candy canes). This was inspired by our Peppermint Brownies and our White Chocolate Peppermint Cookies. We have found uses for any leftovers year round- adding a splash to lemonade, or cucumber or watermelon infused water adds that fresh minty flavor that can take a drink good to great!

Inspired by Torani syrup, this recipe is popular in the winter time, particularly around Christmas. Make your favorite coffeehouse peppermint drink at home with this syrup in less than 10 minutes with only 3 ingredients! It's a Starbucks copycat and the best peppermint syrup for coffee, hot chocolate, tea and more. This homemade Peppermint Simple Syrup recipe is is amazingly delicious.
