Mint is perhaps one of the most distinctive flavorings in existence. With amazing breath-freshening capabilities and its ability to add a light flavoring to a multitude of dishes, it's no wonder that this herb moseys its way onto menus so often.
Though many would argue that mint's most natural infusion is in the ever-popular mojito cocktail, the flavor has been a great add-on to cupcakes, ice cream and many more dishes. Clearly offering a good range of interpretation, and pairing exceedingly well with chocolate, it's clear that the flavor deserves such ubiquity. Mint is a wonderfully refreshing flavor, and seems to be a perfect fit for summer-ready edibles and cocktails.
Whenever enjoyed, mint adds a fresh and welcome complexity to the dish it takes part in.
10 Fresh Mint-Infused Recipes
From Decadent Decomposing Cakes to Breath-Freshening Bites:
Courtney Scharf — Jun 10, 2012 — Lifestyle
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Breath-Freshening Bites
The Milk Chocolate Cupcake With Fresh Mint Icing Will Refresh Your Mouth
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Edible Seaweed Tumblers
Jelloware Cups Debut at the Jell-O Mold Competition
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Decadent Decomposing Cakes
These Compost Cupcakes are for Chocolate-Lovers with Green Thumbs
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Antioxidant Summer Cocktails
The Triple Berry Mojito is Bursting With Refreshing Flavor
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Boozy Cream-Topped Cakes
The Limoncello Float Cupcake is the Perfect Grownup Treat
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Stimulating Summer Smoothies
The Fresh Mint & Watermelon Soda Float is Refreshing & Fruity
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Diamond Derby Cups
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Mojito-Encompassing Events
The Havana Club Mojito Embassy are Serious About the Drink
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Fresh Breath Fruits
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Fruit-Topped Hybrid Snacks
This Sweet Berry Bruschetta is a Sugary Remix of the Italian Classic
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