The oil of peppermint offers its cool, refreshing flavor and unmistakable aroma to a wide variety of foods and beverages.
Some companies in Japan are said to pipe peppermint oil into their AC system to invigorate their workers and thereby increase productivity. is still the world's leading producer of peppermint oil, making an average of 4,117 tons annually. Cultivation and oil production started in the US in the 1790's, and was a major export business by the mid 1800's. Peppermint is one of the most popular herbs in teas, candies, and chewing gums. Artificial mint compounds do not effectively duplicate the aroma or medicinal properties. Peppermint contains an essential oil that is unique among mints for its quality and flavor. Even earlier, Assyrians used peppermint as an offering to their fire god. In Greek mythology, Menthe was turned into a peppermint plant when Proserpine, in a jealous rage, found out that Pluto was in love with her. The world's most familiar "mint scent" is the aroma of peppermint. Our peppermint leaves are organically cultivated in the United States.
It is used for its healthful properties and has many applications in food. Peppermint leaf is commonly steeped as a refreshing peppermint tea but is also popular in herbal tea blends and candies. Mentha x piperita is a flowering perennial that is native to Europe and has since spread worldwide. Peppermint is a natural hybrid of spearmint and water mint.
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