How To Use: Coffee, Hot Chocolate, Milkshakes and More
Peppermint syrup is one of the more versatile flavours in the range. Here are the best ways to use it.
In a latte or mocha
- Add 15 mL to your cup before pulling your espresso shot over the top.
- Add steamed milk for a peppermint latte, or stir through some hot chocolate powder first for a full peppermint mocha situation.
- A little whipped cream on top is optional but very much encouraged.
Iced peppermint coffee
- Add 15 to 20 mL to a glass packed with ice, pour cold brew or espresso over the top, then fill with cold milk.
- The mint flavour is really refreshing in cold drinks, especially through summer.
- Top with a fresh sprig of mint if you want it to look the part.
Hot chocolate and other drinks
- Stir 15 mL through your hot chocolate for a peppermint hot choc that tastes like a candy cane in a mug. Kids love it.
- Works well in milkshakes and smoothies too if you want a minty twist without a lot of added sugar.
- Try it stirred through warm milk with a bit of honey for a soothing bedtime drink.
Tasting Notes
Cool, clean peppermint with a sharp menthol edge that hits the back of the throat just right. It's not the watered-down mint you get from some syrups where you add a full pump and still can't really taste it. This one is properly present. Sweet but not sickly, and the cooling sensation lingers a bit after each sip, which is part of what makes it so good in hot drinks. The low GI raw cane sugar keeps the sweetness honest without going overboard.
In a mocha, it's a total crowd pleaser. In a straight latte it's a bit more of a statement. If you're into bold flavours, this one is right up your alley. And if you're looking for something to mix with it, the Cashmere chocolate range pairs perfectly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much peppermint syrup should I use in my coffee?
Start at 15 mL, which is one standard pump. Peppermint is a bold flavour so that's usually enough for most drinks. If you want a stronger mint hit, go to 20 mL. For hot chocolate or milkshakes where there's more to balance against, 20 to 25 mL tends to work better. It's worth tasting as you go the first time to find your sweet spot.
Is it good in hot chocolate?
Really good. Peppermint and chocolate are a classic pairing and this syrup pulls it off well. Add 15 mL to your hot choc and stir through properly before adding milk so it doesn't sit at the bottom.
A peppermint mocha using this syrup and a good quality hot chocolate powder is genuinely one of the better home café drinks you can make. Check out the Cashmere Syrups recipe blog for more ideas.
Why does this syrup contain erythritol and black tea extract?
Erythritol is a natural sugar alcohol that adds sweetness without the same sugar content as regular sugar. It behaves like sugar in drinks without leaving the bitter aftertaste that some other sugar substitutes can.
The black tea extract is used as a natural colour stabiliser. Together they help keep the sugar content lower than a standard coffee syrup while still delivering proper mint flavour.
How many serves are in a bottle?
Around 50 serves at 15 mL per pour. That's a solid amount for a 750 mL bottle and makes it genuinely good value compared to buying peppermint flavoured drinks out. If you're using a Cashmere syrup pump, each pump is calibrated to 15 mL so you won't need to measure.
What other flavours go well with peppermint?
Chocolate is the obvious one, and it's classic for good reason. Vanilla also works nicely if you want something softer and creamier alongside the mint. Have a look at the full Cashmere coffee syrup range if you want to experiment with mixing flavours in the one drink.
