Crème de menthe is a sweet mint-flavored liqueur made from Corsican mint or peppermint steeped in alcohol and sweetened. It typically has 25% alcohol by volume and comes in both colorless and green varieties.
How it is made
Crème de menthe is produced by steeping Corsican mint or peppermint in grain alcohol for several weeks. The mixture is then filtered and sweetened to create the final liqueur. It is available in both colorless (white) and green versions, with the latter colored either by mint leaves or added coloring.
How it is served
Crème de menthe is served as a digestif and used as a flavoring in cooking. It is also an ingredient in cocktails such as the Stinger, Espiritu Del Tigre, and Port And Starcocktail.