mint

Honey Blackberry Shrub Punch

Shrubs date back to colonial times, when the acidity in the syrup served to preserve the fruit. A good shrub is both tart and sweet, stimulating the appetite while quenching thirst.

Substitute seltzer water for the bourbon for a refreshing, non-alcoholic beverage. The blackberry shrub syrup base in this recipe makes a double batch.

Audrey’s Coconut Mojitos

“We’ve had Mojitos all over Florida, my husband came up with the BEST recipe. The coconut rum adds a wonderful flavor, and the powdered sugar kinda makes a frosty, minty, refreshing drink! And mint grows like a weed, anywhere! A back-door herb bed, a flower box in a sunny window…it just grows and grows!”

Mojitos

This light, refreshing cocktail of mint, sugar, lime, and rum is perfect for a hot afternoon, especially if you’re enjoying Latin food.

Mint Chocolate Chip Merengues

Making these merengues was one of my first experiments in the kitchen. My Mom had made them before, so I decided to give it a try. My first batch of eggs never did get whipped enough, but I didn’t give up and finally made a good batch. These are wonderful, and are so Christmas-y when a few drops of red or green food coloring are added.

Mint Tea

Iced tea was a staple in the house when I was growing up. This recipe has the refreshing addition of mint.