Strawberry mint is a refreshing change from the well-known mint because its leaves develop a sweet aroma. They can be used in many ways because of their healthy ingredients. The strawberry mint refines fruit spreads, drinks and desserts.
The strawberry mint gives drinks a special, fresh note
Aroma
Even with a light touch, the leaves exude a creamy scent reminiscent of strawberries. The berry aroma becomes more intense the harder you rub the leaves. If they are completely crushed, a scent reminiscent of Black Forest cake spreads.
effect
Strawberry mint is rich in essential oils, tannins, flavonoids and bitter substances. They have an antispasmodic and cooling effect. The ingredients relieve pain and inhibit inflammation. They loosen mucus and strengthen the nerves. Regular consumption is said to invigorate the heart and calm the mind.
beverages
To prepare a herbal ice tea, bring one liter of water to the boil. Allow the water to cool for 3-4 minutes and add sliced ginger and a handful of freshly picked herbs like thyme, lemon balm and strawberry mint. You can refine the tea with honey or cane sugar, which is left to cool overnight.
For a berry smoothie, blend 500 grams of wild berries with a handful of fresh strawberry mint leaves. You can mix in sugar or agave syrup as you like and dilute the juice with water. In summer, the drink with ice cubes provides a cooling and vitamin-rich refreshment.
Further ideas:
- Place the leaves in an ice cube tray with water and freeze
- put two sprigs in a liter of apple juice and crush
- Mix leaves with yoghurt
spreads
Puree one kilogram of berries of your choice and bring the mixture to the boil with 500 grams of preserving sugar and a little lemon juice. The puree boils for four minutes, stirring constantly. Remove the pot from the heat and sprinkle in a handful of finely chopped mint leaves.
Pure mint jelly is made with 100 grams of leaves poured with 250 milliliters of boiling water. Let the brew steep for 15 minutes and filter off the leaves. Then add 500 milliliters of apple juice, 500 grams of preserving sugar and some lemon juice. The juice is boiled for a minute while stirring constantly.
Other possible uses:
- for the production of bath additives
- for spice oils
- as a basis for syrup