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How to Grow Mint Indoors in Pots .!

Mint (Mentha) is the most familiar of all herbs and one of the easiest herbs to grow indoors.

You can grow your mint at home successfully and have a supply of fresh mint leaves year-round !

Mint grows well in a pot in a sunny window. It’s a perfect herb to grow in your kitchen windowsill garden.

It likes about 6 hours of sun, but could grow in partial shade.

On the other hand, too much direct light can burn the leaves. Filter harsh sunlight with something like a sheer curtain on hot days.

Be sure to frequently water your mint plants at home. Mint likes growing in moist soil.

What Is Mint?

Mint leaves create a cool sensation in the mouth. Toothpaste, mouthwash, breath mints, and chewing gum are all commonly flavored with mint.

In addition to freshening breath, mint adds flavor to foods and drinks – everything from ice cream and tarts to lemonade and cocktails to meat dishes (especially lamb).

There are many varieties of the mint plant, and most fall under the genus mentha. Because mint plants spread quickly, gardeners tend to grow them in containers. When planted directly into the ground, they can become invasive and take over a garden.

Virgin Mojito....!

Virgin Mojito or Mint Lime Mojito is a great summer drink. The sweet taste accompanied by fragrance of mint and addition of tangy lime makes for a really refreshing summer beverage.

The mocktail is made by muddled lime, sugar and mint mixed with soda. Cold water with the minty lime flavor make it the perfect thirst quencher.

There are many ways to make Virgin Mojito.

Ingredients.

*20-25 Mint Leaves
*2 Limes, cut into wedges
*2 Cups Sprite
*2 Teaspoon Sugar

Step By Step Instructions for Virgin Mojito Recipe | Mint Lime Mojito

1. Pluck fresh mint leaves from their stems and put them in a bowl or in a long glass.

2. Slice the lime into wedges and add those as well in the bowl.

3. Then add some sugar to the bowl. Instead of using sugar you can also use Simple Syrup.

4. Muddle all the ingredients with a muddler. If you do not have a muddler you can use the back of any thick wooden spoon. As you crush the mint leaves and lime wedges they will start to release their juices.

5. Now add sprite to the mixture. You can also add club soda or sparkling water instead. Make sure to increase the quantity of sugar accordingly in that case. Virgin Mojito is ready. Add crushed ice and garnish with mint leaves & lime wedges for serving.

Mint tea .........!

Grab a handful of fresh mint leaves and pour over boiling water to release its wonderful flavour and scent. Sweeten the tea with honey according to taste.

Ingredients

handful of fresh mint leaves
honey to taste ( Optional )

Method

STEP 1

Take a few leaves of the mint in one hand and sharply clap your other hand on top, then drop the leaves into a teapot or cafetiere. Repeat with the rest of the mint, saving a few small sprigs for each glass as a garnish.

STEP 2

Fill up the pot with boiling water and let it infuse for 2-3 mins or until the liquid starts to take on a slight pale yellow/green hue. Strain the tea into cups or heatproof glasses and sweeten with honey to taste. Drop the reserved mint into the cups to decorate if you like.