Peppermint Cool Minty Drink (Printable Version)

A refreshing mint and milk drink with a hint of sweetness, ideal for hot days and quick prep.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 2 cups cold milk (dairy or plant-based)
02 - 1 cup ice cubes

→ Flavor

03 - 2 tablespoons peppermint syrup (or 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract plus 2 tablespoons simple syrup)
04 - 1 tablespoon honey or sugar (optional, adjust to taste)

→ Garnish (optional)

05 - Whipped cream
06 - Fresh mint leaves
07 - Chocolate shavings

# Directions:

01 - Place cold milk, ice cubes, peppermint syrup (or peppermint extract with simple syrup), and honey or sugar if using into a blender.
02 - Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and frothy.
03 - Taste and modify sweetness or peppermint level as preferred.
04 - Pour into serving glasses and optionally top with whipped cream, fresh mint leaves, and chocolate shavings.
05 - Serve chilled without delay for best refreshment.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It feels like a secret refreshment that wakes up your taste buds without any fuss
  • The balance of mint and creaminess quickly turned this into my favorite summer indulgence
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  • Using cold milk and ice ensures the drink stays perfectly chilled without diluting flavor too fast
  • Swapping peppermint syrup for extract with simple syrup lets you customize intensity and sweetness with precision
03 -
  • Blend thoroughly to get that perfect frothy texture that makes the drink feel special
  • Chilling your serving glasses beforehand takes the refreshment to another level

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