Name: Peppermint Simple Syrup for Peppermint Mochas
Ingredients: 1 cup water; 1 cup sugar; 1 teaspoon pure peppermint extract; ½ teaspoon candy cane pieces (for color), optional

Ingredients

1 cup water
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon pure peppermint extract
½ teaspoon candy cane pieces (for color), optional

Directions

1
In a small saucepan, bring sugar and water to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and stir constantly until sugar is dissolved.

Stir in the peppermint extract and candy cane pieces, if using. Cool to room temperature and store in a glass bottle in the refrigerator.
2
To make the peppermint (white) mocha, combine one shot of espresso with 2 tablespoons peppermint syrup, 1 tablespoon chocolate or white chocolate sauce and desired amount of milk. Top with whipped cream and candy cane pieces, if desired.