They're also good in lemonade, and you can make a syrup from them to use for making mint juleps. My husband's family is from Kentucky and they used to always have mint juleps in the summer.
Here's a recipe from cooks.com:
MINT JULEPS
Heat 1/2 cup sugar and 1/2 cup water to boil. Boil 5 minutes; cool. Place 2 cups fresh mint leaves in 1 quart container. Pour sugar/water mixture over mint leaves. Cover tightly and refrigerate at least 12 hours but no longer than 24 hours. For each Mint Julep fill a 12 ounce glass with crushed ice. Add 1 1/2 teaspoon mint mixture with 2 ounce bourbon. Stir with long handled spoon until frost forms on outside of glass. Serve with a long straw and a sprig of fresh mint.
What can i ues Spearmint leaves that i have?
I dried my leaves for winter tea-- very refreshing. You can add them to any plain tea or I just used the mint.
good luck
Reply:They really taste great putting them in your tea.
Reply:Mint Jelly recipes:
http://www.ehow.com/how_3903_make-cheese...
(scroll down on site)
http://altnature.com/gallery/spearment.h...
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Does drinking spearmint tea actually help treat hirsutism in women?
and if there are ppl out there who have tried this and it worked,please tell me.
Does drinking spearmint tea actually help treat hirsutism in women?
Preliminary research has shown that drinking a couple of cups of spearmint tea every day lowered the level of free testosterone and increased the level of FSH and estrogen in the women in the study. A lot more research needs to be done before anything conclusive can come of this. In the meantime, what's the harm in having a couple of cups of spearmint tea every day?
Reply:No, it does not. There is no treatment for hirsutism. You just have to find the best way for you to remove the excess hair.
Does drinking spearmint tea actually help treat hirsutism in women?
Preliminary research has shown that drinking a couple of cups of spearmint tea every day lowered the level of free testosterone and increased the level of FSH and estrogen in the women in the study. A lot more research needs to be done before anything conclusive can come of this. In the meantime, what's the harm in having a couple of cups of spearmint tea every day?
Reply:No, it does not. There is no treatment for hirsutism. You just have to find the best way for you to remove the excess hair.
Who likes Wrigleys Extra Spearmint Gum?
i do , its real minty lol
Who likes Wrigleys Extra Spearmint Gum?
me me me!
Reply:Love it. I also love the jelly spearmint leaves.
Reply:I think 5ive gum/ stride/ orbit are good.
Wrigley's is classic--juicy fruit!
Who likes Wrigleys Extra Spearmint Gum?
me me me!
Reply:Love it. I also love the jelly spearmint leaves.
Reply:I think 5ive gum/ stride/ orbit are good.
Wrigley's is classic--juicy fruit!
My friend and i are in a debate. She thinks that spearmint gum is blue and peppermint it green ? But i dont !!
Whoever whins gets 10 points and by the way, when i say colours... I mean like the package. THANKS !!
My friend and i are in a debate. She thinks that spearmint gum is blue and peppermint it green ? But i dont !!
spearmint is green and peppermint is blue i hope i helped
Reply:spearmint gum is green and pepperment is blue.
Reply:peppermint is blue and spearmint is green
Reply:Spearmint gum IS green! :o)
Reply:what a dumb arguemnt...
btw: spearmint is green, peppermint is blue
My friend and i are in a debate. She thinks that spearmint gum is blue and peppermint it green ? But i dont !!
spearmint is green and peppermint is blue i hope i helped
Reply:spearmint gum is green and pepperment is blue.
Reply:peppermint is blue and spearmint is green
Reply:Spearmint gum IS green! :o)
Reply:what a dumb arguemnt...
btw: spearmint is green, peppermint is blue
Who sells spearmint schnapps in Canada?
I live in Ontario and have not seen it for a while in the LCBO, Seagram and Dr Mcgillicuddy used to make one, I have had it and the old root beer ones, but not for sometime.
You could check the LCBO website, I will gibe you the link and look for the local one you area, I know the if your not in ON and in B.C they have a website to to track products. Idid a quick search and there is none list in the LCBO inventory.
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You could check the LCBO website, I will gibe you the link and look for the local one you area, I know the if your not in ON and in B.C they have a website to to track products. Idid a quick search and there is none list in the LCBO inventory.
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Does wild spearmint grow in Colorado? Where is it most likely to be found?
The mint commonly called spearmint (Mentha spicata) is a pretty common weedy species in Colorado, found along streams in shady places. I've seen it in ponderosa pine forests near Boulder, and evidently it grows out in plains counties as well (see map below) in ditches and along streams.
Does wild spearmint grow in Colorado? Where is it most likely to be found?
Yes, right next to the weed they grow up there.
Does wild spearmint grow in Colorado? Where is it most likely to be found?
Yes, right next to the weed they grow up there.
Peppermint or spearmint chewing gum?
on myspace there are 2 groups by 2 different girls, one girls group is dedicated to people who say peppermint chewing gum is the best and spearmint chewing gum sucks %26amp; the other girls group is dedicated to people who who say spearmint chewing gum is the best and say peppermint chewing gum sucks. so i want to know the truth from chewing gum lovers, what do you say about it, what group would you join, peppermint or spearmint chewing gum?.
Peppermint or spearmint chewing gum?
I must be by-mint because I like both!
Reply:I like anything with the -mint suffix. lol Report It
Reply:Spearmint, but peppermint tastes fresher. but i love cinnamon flavour the best
Reply:Like them both but prefer spearmint
Reply:Personally, I prefer spearmint.
Peppermint is well, peppery-ier though, so if you like your foods hot and spicy, you may prefer peppermint.
(...I don't know that I'd join any group that had a strong position on one being inherently "better" than the other though...)
Diane B.
Reply:I would say spearmint as i like the cool fresh taste but i am a bit concerned that groups are being chosen on so flimsy a concept as what gum you chew. i dont think id join either to be honest.
Reply:def. pepermint. spermint reminds me of eating leafs off a tree
Reply:Spearmint
Reply:I would join the spearmint group it's better, but both are good
Reply:Your question made me chuckle 'cause I was wondering just the other day which people preferred. I favor spearmint....definately. Spearmint is minty, but yet still sweet. Peppermint is minty and almost corrosive tasting!
Reply:Peppermint! To me, it's the original.
Which would you join?
Reply:Spearmint all the way. It's sweeter!
Reply:sorry I'm in out in the cold, don't like either. love the fruit ones. rebels of mint chewing gum, lets unite and set up the Foundation of fruit chewing gum!!
Reply:Peppermint!
Reply:spearmint.... They have a group arguing about that? Deeply tragic.
Reply:After chewing over the questions, i always go for spearmint.Its tastier
Reply:SPEARMINTTTTTTTTTTTT
Reply:spearmint....better flavor
Reply:spearmint all the way!
Reply:I like them both gum is gum. If I am purchasing myself I purchash spearmint becuse if I wanted a pepermint flavor I would just suck a pepermint
Reply:The only gum I buy is wrigley's spearmint. It has taken me a while to decide, but now its all I chew. It has the longest lasting flavor, and it is wonderful. These days I can not even eat a peppermint. I like the spearmint ones (they are they green ones). It goes as far as I do not eat candy canes. I just do not like the peppermint flavor!!
Peppermint or spearmint chewing gum?
I must be by-mint because I like both!
Reply:I like anything with the -mint suffix. lol Report It
Reply:Spearmint, but peppermint tastes fresher. but i love cinnamon flavour the best
Reply:Like them both but prefer spearmint
Reply:Personally, I prefer spearmint.
Peppermint is well, peppery-ier though, so if you like your foods hot and spicy, you may prefer peppermint.
(...I don't know that I'd join any group that had a strong position on one being inherently "better" than the other though...)
Diane B.
Reply:I would say spearmint as i like the cool fresh taste but i am a bit concerned that groups are being chosen on so flimsy a concept as what gum you chew. i dont think id join either to be honest.
Reply:def. pepermint. spermint reminds me of eating leafs off a tree
Reply:Spearmint
Reply:I would join the spearmint group it's better, but both are good
Reply:Your question made me chuckle 'cause I was wondering just the other day which people preferred. I favor spearmint....definately. Spearmint is minty, but yet still sweet. Peppermint is minty and almost corrosive tasting!
Reply:Peppermint! To me, it's the original.
Which would you join?
Reply:Spearmint all the way. It's sweeter!
Reply:sorry I'm in out in the cold, don't like either. love the fruit ones. rebels of mint chewing gum, lets unite and set up the Foundation of fruit chewing gum!!
Reply:Peppermint!
Reply:spearmint.... They have a group arguing about that? Deeply tragic.
Reply:After chewing over the questions, i always go for spearmint.Its tastier
Reply:SPEARMINTTTTTTTTTTTT
Reply:spearmint....better flavor
Reply:spearmint all the way!
Reply:I like them both gum is gum. If I am purchasing myself I purchash spearmint becuse if I wanted a pepermint flavor I would just suck a pepermint
Reply:The only gum I buy is wrigley's spearmint. It has taken me a while to decide, but now its all I chew. It has the longest lasting flavor, and it is wonderful. These days I can not even eat a peppermint. I like the spearmint ones (they are they green ones). It goes as far as I do not eat candy canes. I just do not like the peppermint flavor!!
Limp Spearmint plant?
I have a small spearmint plant inside on my desk--it's very limp and leaves are becoming brown and falling off at the bottom. What's wrong and how can I fix it?
Limp Spearmint plant?
Well there could be alot of things wrong. Assuming you are not over watering or under watering... Are the roots of the plant tangled in a big mass in side the pot. Mint is a plant that likes to spread rapidly, so its root system tends to grow quickly and use up soil quickly. If this is the case trim the roots and add more dirt or transplant to a larger pot with more dirt. If this is not the problem does it get enough sun? My mint (outside) enjoys a full day of scorching prairie sun, and is growing like mad. Also have you ever fertilized it?
Oh and mint does not like to have wet roots so let it dry out before watering again.
Reply:cut it down and it should sprout back out healthy...be sure to leave a set of leaves on the bottom and it will sprout out from that....also as someone else said you might be overwatering..you do not have to throw the cut off parts away..boil some water, put the cuttings in it,swish around and let sit for apx 5 min., take the mint out and sugar it..best tea ever! Our fam. goes through gallons of it..we do not even use the storebought tea anymore :)
Reply:I've not ever known mint to be grown inside, unless you have a very sunny window or in an atrium. Here in zone 8, it needs morning sun only and afternoon shade or it will fry, and when it gets hot, needs to stay evenly moist, but not necessarily soggy. If the leaves are brown starting at the tips, you may be letting it get too dry. If they are more blackened, and if there is any black on the stem, you may be drowning the plant by over-watering or keeping too wet too long. Plants need air to the roots, too.
However, being that it is inside, my first suggestion would be to get it outside, in the shade, and check the soil for moisture. Evenly moist, like a wrung out sponge, is the best for most plants actually. Maybe you can "root" some in a vase on your desk, but I don't think it will grow inside long term without proper light. Try something like "lucky bamboo" for your desk maybe. It will grow in very low light.
Limp Spearmint plant?
Well there could be alot of things wrong. Assuming you are not over watering or under watering... Are the roots of the plant tangled in a big mass in side the pot. Mint is a plant that likes to spread rapidly, so its root system tends to grow quickly and use up soil quickly. If this is the case trim the roots and add more dirt or transplant to a larger pot with more dirt. If this is not the problem does it get enough sun? My mint (outside) enjoys a full day of scorching prairie sun, and is growing like mad. Also have you ever fertilized it?
Oh and mint does not like to have wet roots so let it dry out before watering again.
Reply:cut it down and it should sprout back out healthy...be sure to leave a set of leaves on the bottom and it will sprout out from that....also as someone else said you might be overwatering..you do not have to throw the cut off parts away..boil some water, put the cuttings in it,swish around and let sit for apx 5 min., take the mint out and sugar it..best tea ever! Our fam. goes through gallons of it..we do not even use the storebought tea anymore :)
Reply:I've not ever known mint to be grown inside, unless you have a very sunny window or in an atrium. Here in zone 8, it needs morning sun only and afternoon shade or it will fry, and when it gets hot, needs to stay evenly moist, but not necessarily soggy. If the leaves are brown starting at the tips, you may be letting it get too dry. If they are more blackened, and if there is any black on the stem, you may be drowning the plant by over-watering or keeping too wet too long. Plants need air to the roots, too.
However, being that it is inside, my first suggestion would be to get it outside, in the shade, and check the soil for moisture. Evenly moist, like a wrung out sponge, is the best for most plants actually. Maybe you can "root" some in a vase on your desk, but I don't think it will grow inside long term without proper light. Try something like "lucky bamboo" for your desk maybe. It will grow in very low light.
Eclipse spearmint melon gum good?
if you have tried it is that eclipse spearmint melon gum tasty or gross? lol im kinda curious
Eclipse spearmint melon gum good?
I like it! You can definately taste both flavors immediately, but I think the mint is a little more stronger than the melon.
=]
Reply:yeah, but kinda spicy
Reply:It sounds Yummmmy....
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Eclipse spearmint melon gum good?
I like it! You can definately taste both flavors immediately, but I think the mint is a little more stronger than the melon.
=]
Reply:yeah, but kinda spicy
Reply:It sounds Yummmmy....
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Does anyone know of a gentle, effective mouth rinse similar to Viadent spearmint? Even the ones labeled?
gentle give me mouth ulcers.
Does anyone know of a gentle, effective mouth rinse similar to Viadent spearmint? Even the ones labeled?
The key word here is effective. Only Listerine is currently approved by the American Dental Association. The Warner-Lambert stepped forward and showed scientific evidence that satisfied the tough ADA standards. It may not taste great but it does kill bacteria and improve gingival health.
For the conspiracy people out there, Warner-Lambert does not bribe ADA officials or all the dentists in the US.
DDS 32 yrs
Does anyone know of a gentle, effective mouth rinse similar to Viadent spearmint? Even the ones labeled?
The key word here is effective. Only Listerine is currently approved by the American Dental Association. The Warner-Lambert stepped forward and showed scientific evidence that satisfied the tough ADA standards. It may not taste great but it does kill bacteria and improve gingival health.
For the conspiracy people out there, Warner-Lambert does not bribe ADA officials or all the dentists in the US.
DDS 32 yrs
I grew spearmint and it's flourishing! What should I do with it now? Know any good uses or recipes?
Fresh mint uses:
sprigs in water
sprigs in lemonade
sprigs in tea
In brownies
In fruit cups
as decoration
Dried uses:
In homemade soap (makes you feel all tingly)
In homemade candles (as the wax melts the scent is released)
As Tea
scented sachets
Here is a site with interesting uses:
http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv/gl_plants_other...
Here's another really cool site with all kinds of uses.
http://www.mintrubbing.org/themintplant....
Have fun
I grew spearmint and it's flourishing! What should I do with it now? Know any good uses or recipes?
I dont know about the recipees but when the spearmint is blossoming I chop a bunch of the branches off and hang unside down to dry-I tie raffi or a nice ribbon around the top and hang on one of my walls through out the fall and winter season It lets me have a little of my garden in my house during the off season.
Reply:Mint tea is refreshing.
Homemade mint jelly goes so well with lamb.
Reply:Why did you start growing it in the first place?
Reply:There are some good alcholic drinks you can put that in...tastes very yummy. Look at some drink sites. I have no idea as far as food, but I'm sure there is some dessert that would be good with spearmint!
Reply:MAKE SOME CHUTNEY!!!
mmmmmmmm
Reply:A good site for uses of fresh spearmint is http://www.herbs2000.com/herbs/herbs_spe...
A caution regarding spearmint: In flowerbeds, it is invasive and aggressive, with an extensive, far-reaching root system. Plant it in its own bed; it will return next spring. It is very difficult to eradicate; you can pull up armloads of it and if you leave a fragment of root in the soil, it's baaaack!
I grow spearmint in several locations (in its own bed) on my property. I pull it up frequently and let it restart; I put the plants in my garbage dumpster to mask the odors. Spearmint smells so good!
sprigs in water
sprigs in lemonade
sprigs in tea
In brownies
In fruit cups
as decoration
Dried uses:
In homemade soap (makes you feel all tingly)
In homemade candles (as the wax melts the scent is released)
As Tea
scented sachets
Here is a site with interesting uses:
http://www.hgtv.com/hgtv/gl_plants_other...
Here's another really cool site with all kinds of uses.
http://www.mintrubbing.org/themintplant....
Have fun
I grew spearmint and it's flourishing! What should I do with it now? Know any good uses or recipes?
I dont know about the recipees but when the spearmint is blossoming I chop a bunch of the branches off and hang unside down to dry-I tie raffi or a nice ribbon around the top and hang on one of my walls through out the fall and winter season It lets me have a little of my garden in my house during the off season.
Reply:Mint tea is refreshing.
Homemade mint jelly goes so well with lamb.
Reply:Why did you start growing it in the first place?
Reply:There are some good alcholic drinks you can put that in...tastes very yummy. Look at some drink sites. I have no idea as far as food, but I'm sure there is some dessert that would be good with spearmint!
Reply:MAKE SOME CHUTNEY!!!
mmmmmmmm
Reply:A good site for uses of fresh spearmint is http://www.herbs2000.com/herbs/herbs_spe...
A caution regarding spearmint: In flowerbeds, it is invasive and aggressive, with an extensive, far-reaching root system. Plant it in its own bed; it will return next spring. It is very difficult to eradicate; you can pull up armloads of it and if you leave a fragment of root in the soil, it's baaaack!
I grow spearmint in several locations (in its own bed) on my property. I pull it up frequently and let it restart; I put the plants in my garbage dumpster to mask the odors. Spearmint smells so good!
Spearmint commercial? Theres a guy doing a strip tease in a airport for a gum commercial.. does anyone know?
Spearmint commercial? Theres a guy doing a strip tease in a airport for a gum commercial.. does anyone know where I can find it or what company its for?
Spearmint commercial? Theres a guy doing a strip tease in a airport for a gum commercial.. does anyone know?
I think it's actually an Extra gum commercial..
Spearmint commercial? Theres a guy doing a strip tease in a airport for a gum commercial.. does anyone know?
I think it's actually an Extra gum commercial..
Spearmint Candy or Gum recipes (sugar-free)?
I've grown fresh Spearmint. Would like to make some sugar-free candy or gum with it. Any good ideas or recipes?
Spearmint Candy or Gum recipes (sugar-free)?
I searched and couldn't find. I'm sorry!
Reply:Thanks for the points! Report It
Reply:You can steep it in near-boiling water, then add Splenda Spoonful to it to make a sugar-free simple syrup. This is great in iced tea or mint juleps.
Reply:Sorry. no help from my side. If any body knows kindly communicate to me also. Thanks in advance.
Reply:As far as I know you can't make your own gum
Reply:hope you get some recipes cause I too grow it and all I make is tea
barber
Spearmint Candy or Gum recipes (sugar-free)?
I searched and couldn't find. I'm sorry!
Reply:Thanks for the points! Report It
Reply:You can steep it in near-boiling water, then add Splenda Spoonful to it to make a sugar-free simple syrup. This is great in iced tea or mint juleps.
Reply:Sorry. no help from my side. If any body knows kindly communicate to me also. Thanks in advance.
Reply:As far as I know you can't make your own gum
Reply:hope you get some recipes cause I too grow it and all I make is tea
barber
I had a spearmint candy as a kid. It was a ball, not hard candy. I think my grandma got it at Kmart. Name?
The candy was sold in bags and was sort of white powdery. I think it was called air puff, or puff balls. Am I losing my mind, or does someone else remember them? They are not the candy cane striped like See's sells. They are round.
I had a spearmint candy as a kid. It was a ball, not hard candy. I think my grandma got it at Kmart. Name?
Buttermints.
Reply:Mento's
Reply:Your probably not losing your mind, lots of candy comes and goes. I don't have an answer for you here. sorry!
Reply:Red Bird Brand Soft Peppermint Puffs.
Reply:Those are called "Melt Aways".
I like em too. Just not the belly filled ones.
I only like the all "chalk" kind. They me better and the mint flavor is good
I had a spearmint candy as a kid. It was a ball, not hard candy. I think my grandma got it at Kmart. Name?
Buttermints.
Reply:Mento's
Reply:Your probably not losing your mind, lots of candy comes and goes. I don't have an answer for you here. sorry!
Reply:Red Bird Brand Soft Peppermint Puffs.
Reply:Those are called "Melt Aways".
I like em too. Just not the belly filled ones.
I only like the all "chalk" kind. They me better and the mint flavor is good
What do you think is better spearmint or peppermint flavoring?
Spearmint.. it rocks.
What do you think is better spearmint or peppermint flavoring?
I hate spearmint.
It's like eating toothpaste out of your toothpaste tube.
Peppermint is much more natural, and I love the taste of it.
Jenova
(d.yuffie@gmail.com)
Reply:Spearmint is way better!
Reply:Peppermint...I like the taste much better!
Reply:spearmint. the taste is sweeter and more interesting. peppermint is boring and can be a little too strong.
Reply:I agree with justwondering, I like Spearmint better because it doesn't burn a hole in my tounge. Unless it's a sweet peppermint, I like those
Reply:Spearmint...I don't think it is as harsh as peppermint
Reply:Peppermint definitely. I like the bold flavor.
Reply:SPEARMINT TASTE BETTER THAN PEPPERMINT
What do you think is better spearmint or peppermint flavoring?
I hate spearmint.
It's like eating toothpaste out of your toothpaste tube.
Peppermint is much more natural, and I love the taste of it.
Jenova
(d.yuffie@gmail.com)
Reply:Spearmint is way better!
Reply:Peppermint...I like the taste much better!
Reply:spearmint. the taste is sweeter and more interesting. peppermint is boring and can be a little too strong.
Reply:I agree with justwondering, I like Spearmint better because it doesn't burn a hole in my tounge. Unless it's a sweet peppermint, I like those
Reply:Spearmint...I don't think it is as harsh as peppermint
Reply:Peppermint definitely. I like the bold flavor.
Reply:SPEARMINT TASTE BETTER THAN PEPPERMINT
Is it useful to shower bees with spearmint oil to fight varroa?
why would you want them to fight? spearmint will only make them dizzy not fight
Where can i purchase fresh spearmint leaves ?
they sell it at grocery stores ususally whole leaves in a plastic box (like the one you get berries out of but flatter).
You'll probably have a better time finding them at an upscale grocery store or a whole foods store.
Where can i purchase fresh spearmint leaves ?
just buy the seed it grow fast
Reply:spearmint.com
Reply:Any garden center carries spearmint and a variety of other mints. It's probably too late to find a plant that has already been started unless you go to farmer's market, but, then again, it may be too late at a the market as well. You might be able to still find the seed which you can also find and any garden center. Mint grows rapidly so you may be able to start some now. It will die back in the winter, but will return as soon as it warms back up in the spring. Be careful though because mint is very invasive if you plant it in the ground. You may end up with mint where you don't want it. It is best to find a large container for growing mint.
Oh, if you find someone who is growing spearmint or if you find some in the produce section of a grocery store, provided it is fresh, you can take the cuttings and place them in a clear glass of water in a sunny window until they root.
Good luck
hayes
You'll probably have a better time finding them at an upscale grocery store or a whole foods store.
Where can i purchase fresh spearmint leaves ?
just buy the seed it grow fast
Reply:spearmint.com
Reply:Any garden center carries spearmint and a variety of other mints. It's probably too late to find a plant that has already been started unless you go to farmer's market, but, then again, it may be too late at a the market as well. You might be able to still find the seed which you can also find and any garden center. Mint grows rapidly so you may be able to start some now. It will die back in the winter, but will return as soon as it warms back up in the spring. Be careful though because mint is very invasive if you plant it in the ground. You may end up with mint where you don't want it. It is best to find a large container for growing mint.
Oh, if you find someone who is growing spearmint or if you find some in the produce section of a grocery store, provided it is fresh, you can take the cuttings and place them in a clear glass of water in a sunny window until they root.
Good luck
hayes
Have you tried Bath and Body Works Eucalyptus Spearmint soap?
Very nice.
Have you tried Bath and Body Works Eucalyptus Spearmint soap?
Yes, I have. I have tried all of the aromatherapy line. I actually don't like the Eucalyptus Spearmint because I have chronic migraine headaches, and spearmint, both the flavor and the aroma, bring on headaches.
I am addicted, however to the Sandalwood Rose stuff. Same line, same products, but a different scent. Absolutely wonderful...*sigh*...
Have you tried Bath and Body Works Eucalyptus Spearmint soap?
Yes, I have. I have tried all of the aromatherapy line. I actually don't like the Eucalyptus Spearmint because I have chronic migraine headaches, and spearmint, both the flavor and the aroma, bring on headaches.
I am addicted, however to the Sandalwood Rose stuff. Same line, same products, but a different scent. Absolutely wonderful...*sigh*...
Spice drops.. red is cinnamon, white is peppermint, green is spearmint, what are orange, yellow and purple?
they are like gumdrops but for the holidays..............
Spice drops.. red is cinnamon, white is peppermint, green is spearmint, what are orange, yellow and purple?
Sweet's assorted flavored spice drops come in 7 old-fashioned flavors: black licorice, cinnamon, clove, peppermint, wintergreen, orange, and pimenta.
Pimenta, which is also known as allspice, is generally yellow. Clove is often white and peppermint is purple. In your case, since peppermint is white, the purple is probably clove. Orange could be anise if it isn't orange.
Reply:i would think purple would be grape or boysenberry, yellow = lemon or banana but usually lemon, orange is... well... Orange!!I have to say though I never heard of or tasted spice drops nor have I heard of the flavor pimenta? is that a type of melon?
Spice drops.. red is cinnamon, white is peppermint, green is spearmint, what are orange, yellow and purple?
Sweet's assorted flavored spice drops come in 7 old-fashioned flavors: black licorice, cinnamon, clove, peppermint, wintergreen, orange, and pimenta.
Pimenta, which is also known as allspice, is generally yellow. Clove is often white and peppermint is purple. In your case, since peppermint is white, the purple is probably clove. Orange could be anise if it isn't orange.
Reply:i would think purple would be grape or boysenberry, yellow = lemon or banana but usually lemon, orange is... well... Orange!!I have to say though I never heard of or tasted spice drops nor have I heard of the flavor pimenta? is that a type of melon?
Anyone know how to make mint tea? spearmint?
i know how to make it but i don't know if you still can when the leaves get real small. maybe i'm not picking it right. but about july,the leaves are so small. should i make sure i get each top bud so it doesn't flower? is this natural for the leaves to be small after a few months. i'd like to hear how others make it.
Anyone know how to make mint tea? spearmint?
Take a gallon jar and loosly fill it with bruised mint. I take a hand full of stems and leaves and twist them. Add a cup of vodka, fill with water and leave it in the sun for a day just like 'sun tea'. Filter out the leaves and stems and store in the fridge. Serve over ice or heat in the microwave and float a fresh leaf on top. Hot or cold the alcohol is difficult to detect but adds depth of flavor unlike any other recipe. RScott
Reply:the size of the leaves is not important, but small leaves can be a sign of nutrient poor soil or underwatering. yeah, you want to pick off the flowering buds to keep the plant "young." and you can use those buds in your tea. as for making the tea, aficionados boil the (filtered) water, pour a bit into the tea pot to "scald" the pot, empty it out, then put a strainer full of leaves in, pour the now slightly cooler boiled water in (cooler means preserving more flavor of the leaf), and covering with a tea cozy or towel to keep the heat while steeping. for herb tea, not so important about steeping for a long time, for green or black tea, no more than 3 mins or it gets bitter.
oh, and this question does not deserve a "duh." it's a perfectly good question. ignore that person.
Reply:put mint in your tea. duh.
Reply:I have a large plant pot of chocolate peppermint that makes wonderful tea. I simply break off a sprig of it, rinse it, put it in a cup and pour boiling water over it, let it steep for a bit. Because it is picked regularly, it doesn't flower until late in the season when we leave sprigs just for that purpose. Ours tends to have smaller leaves during the hottest weather, figured it was due to needing a bit more water since, when the weather cools, the leaves tend to be bigger again.
Anyone know how to make mint tea? spearmint?
Take a gallon jar and loosly fill it with bruised mint. I take a hand full of stems and leaves and twist them. Add a cup of vodka, fill with water and leave it in the sun for a day just like 'sun tea'. Filter out the leaves and stems and store in the fridge. Serve over ice or heat in the microwave and float a fresh leaf on top. Hot or cold the alcohol is difficult to detect but adds depth of flavor unlike any other recipe. RScott
Reply:the size of the leaves is not important, but small leaves can be a sign of nutrient poor soil or underwatering. yeah, you want to pick off the flowering buds to keep the plant "young." and you can use those buds in your tea. as for making the tea, aficionados boil the (filtered) water, pour a bit into the tea pot to "scald" the pot, empty it out, then put a strainer full of leaves in, pour the now slightly cooler boiled water in (cooler means preserving more flavor of the leaf), and covering with a tea cozy or towel to keep the heat while steeping. for herb tea, not so important about steeping for a long time, for green or black tea, no more than 3 mins or it gets bitter.
oh, and this question does not deserve a "duh." it's a perfectly good question. ignore that person.
Reply:put mint in your tea. duh.
Reply:I have a large plant pot of chocolate peppermint that makes wonderful tea. I simply break off a sprig of it, rinse it, put it in a cup and pour boiling water over it, let it steep for a bit. Because it is picked regularly, it doesn't flower until late in the season when we leave sprigs just for that purpose. Ours tends to have smaller leaves during the hottest weather, figured it was due to needing a bit more water since, when the weather cools, the leaves tend to be bigger again.
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