tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166124687164787266.post1647236026268206245..comments2024-03-14T23:41:27.097-07:00Comments on Homestead Roots: Canning Herb Syrup - Mint, Spearmint, Chocolate Mint, Lavendar, BasilHomestead Rootshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11494488367387092714noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166124687164787266.post-11612671517119519612018-08-27T16:50:56.263-07:002018-08-27T16:50:56.263-07:00This comment has been removed by the author.Amanda T.https://www.blogger.com/profile/05045686037953284242noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166124687164787266.post-44475606883916870162018-07-31T23:52:38.948-07:002018-07-31T23:52:38.948-07:00You should make a salve with some if that mint its...You should make a salve with some if that mint its good bug repellent. I infuse the leafs in olive oil or coconut( any oil will do). Then put in a container. Heat some beeswax add to container then let set. Or keep as an oil put in a spray bottle good for on the go bug spray.Ladyheckman21https://www.blogger.com/profile/16649581129637839468noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166124687164787266.post-15121879716567572912016-07-09T12:52:25.892-07:002016-07-09T12:52:25.892-07:00I didn't take the leaves off of the stalks &am...I didn't take the leaves off of the stalks & I use a jelly strainer to strain. It's the easiest way I've found Donnahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03227178914112448532noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166124687164787266.post-68116568079543400272016-07-09T12:47:34.258-07:002016-07-09T12:47:34.258-07:00I'm trying this syrup to make what we, Lancast...I'm trying this syrup to make what we, Lancaster County, PA natives call meadow tea. I'd like to have some in the winter & I have lots of different mints growing. I added more peppermint leaves but maybe I should've used less sugar? I'm really glad I found this, even if I have to adjust, it's great to have the foundation Donnahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03227178914112448532noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166124687164787266.post-29302271600521396162015-12-30T12:30:19.563-08:002015-12-30T12:30:19.563-08:00Do you think this would be shelf safe with less su...Do you think this would be shelf safe with less sugar? I love how it tastes with just 4 cups Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166124687164787266.post-45419823051775803182015-10-17T13:32:07.572-07:002015-10-17T13:32:07.572-07:00That should say "add an acid"--meaning t...That should say "add an acid"--meaning the lemon juice. :-) <br /><br />BTW, love this idea, Homestead Roots. Thanks for sharing!Carmen Rosaleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13877664096177225153noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166124687164787266.post-40611545960934288152015-10-17T13:30:52.674-07:002015-10-17T13:30:52.674-07:00I think with that much sugar, you shouldn't ne...I think with that much sugar, you shouldn't need to add and acid. It's like canning fruit juice or jelly. Carmen Rosaleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13877664096177225153noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166124687164787266.post-4524692984516225322015-09-02T19:21:20.035-07:002015-09-02T19:21:20.035-07:00I added it for acidity... You could probably omit ...I added it for acidity... You could probably omit it, but I felt more comfortable with the Lemon juice giving the syrup a longer shelf life. Homestead Rootshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11494488367387092714noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166124687164787266.post-69152827884401997682015-09-02T19:20:02.188-07:002015-09-02T19:20:02.188-07:00Oh spicy kick! That sounds great!!Oh spicy kick! That sounds great!!Homestead Rootshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11494488367387092714noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166124687164787266.post-1367888930611377742015-09-02T08:38:45.881-07:002015-09-02T08:38:45.881-07:00Wondering the same.. can the lemon juice be omitte...Wondering the same.. can the lemon juice be omitted?<br />FarmInFlipFlopshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08440121115176079249noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166124687164787266.post-29142930768386889572014-12-10T19:29:19.682-08:002014-12-10T19:29:19.682-08:00I love this!!.. 1. Is the Lemon juice for flavor? ...I love this!!.. 1. Is the Lemon juice for flavor? and 2. I make one with sliced up home grown jalapeños for a spicy kick! Beebeehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16880630365835077051noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166124687164787266.post-74343630513012243702013-08-19T18:56:01.448-07:002013-08-19T18:56:01.448-07:00Oooooo!! Love it!!! Thanks for sharing!!Oooooo!! Love it!!! Thanks for sharing!!Homestead Rootshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11494488367387092714noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166124687164787266.post-66580868350880332452013-08-19T18:08:33.377-07:002013-08-19T18:08:33.377-07:00As I make my own candied ginger, I can my ginger s...As I make my own candied ginger, I can my ginger syrup for use in cocktails, tea and this year I used it in a mango / peach salsa. <br /><br />I also grow Lemon Verbena. This is a wonderful scented herb that many people overlook. I boil it, add sugar to taste and can it for use in the winter. <br /><br />Hope that inspires other canners to try something new.Shastahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12844190587648832352noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166124687164787266.post-28722545494136894782013-08-15T08:04:35.135-07:002013-08-15T08:04:35.135-07:00I have loads of chocolate mint. One of the best mi...I have loads of chocolate mint. One of the best mints I have. I can't wait to use it. If anyone has any other ideas, please post them.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05534074119429492256noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166124687164787266.post-62552182580050366842012-11-13T12:31:35.089-08:002012-11-13T12:31:35.089-08:00would also be great in hot teawould also be great in hot teaAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16735008853915312884noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166124687164787266.post-48945843139593671442012-11-13T12:30:41.508-08:002012-11-13T12:30:41.508-08:00what an awesome ideawhat an awesome ideaAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16735008853915312884noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166124687164787266.post-17212840639277162842012-07-21T16:32:47.418-07:002012-07-21T16:32:47.418-07:00I use it to make drinks, in baking, dip for fruit....I use it to make drinks, in baking, dip for fruit...pretty much any thing that needs a little sweetening up!Homestead Rootshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11494488367387092714noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166124687164787266.post-27838227936731399572012-07-21T16:10:03.036-07:002012-07-21T16:10:03.036-07:00How do you use the syrups?How do you use the syrups?authenticallytracyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15562787489052219437noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166124687164787266.post-55988503864122725242012-07-07T23:58:48.759-07:002012-07-07T23:58:48.759-07:00Delicious! I just made up a batch, as I have mint ...Delicious! I just made up a batch, as I have mint taking over my herb garden and the rest of the neighborhood. Terrific base for a mojito and I think this will make a lovely gift, too!Dorian Speedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00350116554824445411noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166124687164787266.post-44828010598117889632011-09-30T20:16:54.243-07:002011-09-30T20:16:54.243-07:00I'm so glad it turned out good! Thank you for...I'm so glad it turned out good! Thank you for letting me know!Homestead Rootshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11494488367387092714noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3166124687164787266.post-12306401572994377642011-09-30T20:07:33.157-07:002011-09-30T20:07:33.157-07:00Wow, did my mint syrup come out great! But mine ma...Wow, did my mint syrup come out great! But mine made 8 quarts, not sure how that happened. But we will be drinking lots of mojitos this winter.HollyMohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06027037975849509509noreply@blogger.com