Bavarian mints are creamy chocolate candies with a distinct but not overpowering mint flavor. They can be made with milk or dark chocolate and are usually cube-shaped. Homemade recipes often include sweetened condensed milk and can be found in candy cookbooks or online. They are a popular flavor and can be found in many chocolate […]
Mint has been used for its health benefits since ancient times, including freshening breath and aiding digestion. The most commonly used species, mentha x piperita, contains high levels of menthol, making it effective in skin treatments, toothpaste, and essential oils. Peppermint essential oil is commonly used in aromatherapy for its cooling and soothing properties, and […]
Scotch mints are a classic type of pastry with a hard shell and chewy, mint-flavored center. They are made with a type of mint plant called Scotch mint and are often used in candy making. Mint teas and mint jelly are popular items for home chefs to make. Scotch mints are produced by Courage and […]
Thin Mints are a popular Girl Scout cookie made of a thin, round wafer with dark cocoa and peppermint oil, covered in dark chocolate. They are versatile as both a snack and baking ingredient and account for over 25% of Girl Scout cookie sales. Homemade versions are difficult to replicate. There are actually two separate […]
Caffeinated mints are marketed as an energy-boosting alternative to coffee, energy drinks, or tea. They contain caffeine, taurine, B vitamins, or ginseng and are mint-flavored. They are marketed to athletes, students, and travelers as a low-calorie, affordable, and convenient source of caffeine that also freshens breath. Caffeinated mints are breath mints that contain caffeine and […]
