What Is Peppermint Extract?
Peppermint extract is an extract made from the volatile oils of the peppermint plant. It has a very distinctive minty flavor and aroma which can be used in a wide variety of ways, and some people believe that peppermint extract is also useful in the treatment of certain medical conditions. Most markets carry food-grade peppermint extract, and it can also be obtained at health food stores and through herbalists, who may also offer peppermint extract for skin care.
