Peppermint

Peppermint is the crisp breath of the garden distilled into leaf form, a surge of cooling clarity and bright energy. Its flavor is invigorating yet refined, balancing sharpness with subtle sweetness. Each leaf awakens the senses and stimulates vitality, offering freshness that both cleanses and enlivens.

VOLUME
Loud

FLAVOR PAIRINGS
Chocolate, cacao, cacao nibs, vanilla, coconut, coconut cream, almond, cashew, pistachio, hazelnut, maple syrup, agave, date syrup, coconut sugar, jaggery, molasses, oats, quinoa, rice, millet, amaranth, plant-based milk, plant yogurt, cashew cream, coconut yogurt, lemon, lime, orange, grapefruit, tangerine, yuzu, apple, pear, berries, strawberry, raspberry, blueberry, blackberry, cranberry, mango, pineapple, passionfruit, papaya, fig, prune, apricot, dates, rosewater, hibiscus, chamomile, lavender, lemon balm, basil, thyme, rosemary, sage, tarragon, cacao butter, vegan chocolate desserts, vegan smoothies, smoothie bowls, vegan elixirs, plant-based desserts, sorbets, syrups, jams, compotes, vegan puddings, vegan sauces, and energy bars

SELECTING
Choose fresh, vibrant green peppermint leaves with strong aroma. Dried leaves or powders should retain clear menthol scent without discoloration or dust. Organic sources maintain highest flavor intensity and energetic integrity.

HOW TO USE
Use peppermint in teas, elixirs, smoothies, desserts, plant-based creams, syrups, or infused oils. Pair with chocolate, citrus, berries, cacao, and plant-based creams for bright freshness. Blend into smoothies or tonics for cooling, clarifying energy.

STORING
Store fresh leaves in the refrigerator for up to a week. Dried leaves or powders should be kept in airtight containers away from light, heat, and moisture.

SUBSTITUTIONS
Spearmint, chocolate mint, or other mint varieties depending on intensity and flavor profile desired.

HEALTH BENEFITS
Rich in antioxidants, peppermint supports digestion, respiratory clarity, and circulation. Energetically, it stimulates the mind, refreshes energy, and promotes clarity and invigoration.

CONCERNS
Very high flavor intensity—use sparingly to avoid overpowering dishes. Avoid concentrated essential oil ingestion unless properly diluted and food-grade.

HISTORY
Peppermint has been cultivated and revered for centuries in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Used for medicine, flavoring, and ritual, it embodies clarity, vitality, and refreshing energy. Its menthol aroma continues to symbolize focus, rejuvenation, and cooling balance.