Mint Extract?? | Imamother

Newsie

Thu, Jan 31 2008, 4:28 am

I needed peppermint extract for a recipe and someone brought me Mint extract by mistake from America. Anyone know if I can substitute Mint extract for Peppermint extract?

mandksima

Thu, Jan 31 2008, 5:18 am

It's fine, I think it is the same, probably labeled differently by different companies. What are you making, mint brownies or ice cream?

Newsie

Thu, Jan 31 2008, 5:59 am

I'm making mint brownies. But it's from McCormick and in the past, I've had McCormick peppermint extract

Newsie

Thu, Jan 31 2008, 6:01 am

I think you're right- it is interchangeable- I went to McCormick's website and saw that Mint extract is a blend of peppermint and spearmint. I hope it turns out ok

loveit

Thu, Jan 31 2008, 11:57 am

Are you in Israel? The makolet by me sells peppermint extract if you want it for the future.

greeneyes

Thu, Jan 31 2008, 1:13 pm

It should be fine, but keep in mind that it might be stronger than peppermint extract. I would put in only half the amount that the recipe calls for, and then taste it before adding the full amount. (I speak from experience. Smile