![]() ![]() Peppermint schnapps is certainly a popular drink that can offer a comforting taste when the weather gets colder. It is often used in cocktails- particularly winter/holiday cocktails, as we mentioned above- but it can also be consumed straight up in a more traditional fashion. The strength of the peppermint taste can vary depending on the brand of drink, but peppermint schnapps will often have a relatively strong peppermint flavor, making it a drink best suited to those who enjoy a refreshingly minty taste. Typically created via peppermint extract- usually made with peppermint leaves-, sweetener (either artificial or natural) and neutral grain alcohol, it has gained an association with the Christmas period due to the taste replicating that of a peppermint candy cane in liquid form! In fact if you grow your own mint in your home garden, it’s even possible to cross-pollinate your types of mint to come up with a truly uniquely flavored schnapps.Īs always, please remember to enjoy wines and spirits in moderation.A warming drink that is perfect for the cold winter weather (and is often featured in winter cocktails for this very reason), peppermint schnapps consists of a clear distilled spirit that is- as the name suggests- mint-flavored, but with a specific peppermint twist. Although peppermint is the main flavoring ingredient in peppermint schnapps, it is possible to use other types of mint as well. In addition to its use in various foods and drinks, the oil which is extracted from the plant also has a history of medical, and other surprisingly non-culinary applications. The peppermint plant is actually a mix between watermint and spearmint plants, and is originally from Europe. Some of the most well-known cocktails include: the peppermint patty, peppermint kiss, adult hot chocolate, alpine sprite, candy cane cola, lemon mint, Bavarian coffee, among others. There are many cocktails, both hot and cold, as well as shots, that can be made using peppermint schnapps. Peppermint schnapps can be enjoyed before a meal as an apéritif, to stimulate the appetite, or after a meal as a digestive, to aide in digestion. The non-traditional schnapps come in a large variety of flavors including: peppermint, peach, pear, apple, banana, raspberry, butterscotch, cinnamon, coffee and many more. The schnapps commonly known in America today are the product of a grain alcohol and added flavors. Originally, the beverage was made by fermenting fruit such as pears, plums, apples, and cherries for a period of a few weeks. Schnapps originates from the region of Europe which includes southern Germany, Switzerland and Austria (where it is called Schnaps). For more information about making your own schnapps, see the peppermint schnapps recipes. While you will probably buy a pre-made schnapps, it is also possible to make peppermint schnapps yourself, using a combination of store-bought grain alcohol, peppermint leaves, and sugar. ![]() It’s alcohol content can vary anywhere from 15-50 ABV or 30-100 Proof. Peppermint Schnapps is made from a combination of pure grain alcohol and peppermint leaves. ![]() On the other hand, if you want to make peppermint schnapps cocktails, or plan to use it as part of a recipe for cooking, then you would probably be ok purchasing a more reasonably priced, or cheap schnapps which doesn’t necessarily require a light, smooth taste. ![]() For example, if you plan to drink the schnapps straight (without a mixer), you may want to invest in a nicer, expensive schnapps. The choice of which one to purchase may depend on your budget and your intended purpose. There are many peppermint schnapps brands available at the market, at various prices and qualities. Its flavor is similar to Creme de Menthe, but is not as sweet and is generally clear in color. Peppermint Schnapps is a liqueur which has a taste somewhat similar to that of a candy cane. ![]()
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