Peppermint has a sharp, pungent flavor, while spearmint is more delicate. Both taste sweet and refreshing, with a cool aftertaste. Spearmint is preferred for cooking because it has a milder flavor than peppermint.
Mint makes a great edible garnish for desert and also can be used in salads, marinades and dressings too.
Spearmint is to use in making a mint julep and is the traditional one for flavoring mint sauce, new potatoes or fresh green peas. Strong flavored peppermint can be used in some beverages or baked goods.
Mint is regularly used in Indian cooking as a garnish. They also add great visual appeal to the dish along with a fresh burst of flavor.
While fresh mint leaves are usually used as a garnish on many dishes, dried mint leaves are also commonly used to flavor a dish during the cooking process.
Mint makes excellent ground cover and thrives in warm, moist environments with lots of sunshine.
Mint flavor for cooking
