What is Peppermint?
Peppermint is an herb used in teas, candies, desserts and some savory dishes. Peppermint is related to spearmint and a number of other types of mint plants. What sets peppermint apart is that is contains a compound called menthol which creates the cooling sensation and flavor that mint is known for. The flavor is spicy and green, without heat. The leaves grow on stalks and are small, green and have indented lines in them. They are highly aromatic and smell like they taste.