Key Points Key Points Fresh mint can be steeped into tea, infused into simple syrup or muddled into refreshing summer drinks. Plus, chewing fresh mint leaves can temporarily freshen your breath. Steep mint teagoir // Getty ImagesOne of the easiest uses for fresh mint is mint tea. Make mint syrupMint syrup is as easy as making simple syrup, with fresh mint added in. Fresh mint adds great aroma to a Hugo Spritz as well as this beautifully layered Black Currant Hugo Spritz.