Description
Angel Bake pure spearmint extract is part of the Culinary Aromatics collection — Saena’s line of pure, clean-label flavor extracts designed for the widest range of culinary applications. The Culinary Aromatics line is formulated for the widest possible range of culinary applications — from baking and beverages to cocktails, chocolate, and savory preparations. No added sugar and no propylene glycol means it fits naturally into keto, low-carb, and clean-label dietary requirements without compromise. From mojitos and mint juleps to tzatziki, lamb preparations, and mint chocolate chip, Scotch spearmint brings a sweet, herbal mint character that is noticeably softer and more versatile than peppermint — the mint of choice for cocktails, savory cooking, and any application where mint should complement rather than dominate. What changes from flavor to flavor is the botanical character — everything else about the line’s performance, purity, and versatility remains constant.
Pure spearmint extract — Scotch spearmint, Pacific Northwest
Our pure spearmint extract is distilled from Scotch spearmint — Mentha spicata var. Scotch — grown in the Pacific Northwest, one of the world’s premier mint-growing regions. Scotch spearmint is the premium variety of spearmint, prized for its sweeter, more complex aromatic character compared to common spearmint. Unlike peppermint, which is dominated by menthol and delivers an intense cooling sensation, Scotch spearmint is carvone-dominant — giving it a sweeter, more herbal profile that is refreshing without being sharp or medicinal.
Because of this distinctive character, Scotch spearmint is the mint of choice for cocktails, savory cooking, and culinary applications where a clean, sweet mint note is needed without the intensity of peppermint. The Pacific Northwest’s cool climate and fertile soil produce Scotch spearmint with consistently high carvone content and exceptional aromatic clarity — the same qualities that make this region the benchmark for premium mint production worldwide.
Flavor and aroma
Angel Bake pure spearmint extract delivers the distinctive character of Scotch spearmint: sweet and herbal on the nose, with a clean, refreshing mint body and a soft finish that lingers without the numbing intensity of peppermint. The flavor is immediately recognizable as spearmint — the mint of chewing gum, mojitos, and fresh herb garnishes — but in a concentrated, consistent format that delivers the same character in every drop. Whether used in a classic mojito or as a gentle mint note in a mint chocolate ganache, it integrates cleanly and leaves a refreshing, herbal impression that is noticeably more approachable than peppermint in applications where sweetness and balance are the priority.
What we don’t have matters
At Angel Bake, ingredient integrity is as important as flavor quality. That is why the Culinary Aromatics line is formulated without:
- Artificial flavors or enhancers
- Synthetic colors or dyes
- Propylene glycol
- BHT or sodium benzoate
- WONF (with other natural flavors)
- Added sugar or artificial sweeteners
We take food safety seriously. Our products are produced in a dedicated gluten-free, allergen-free facility — meaning none of the major food allergens are present in our production environment, not just absent from our formulations. Furthermore, because our extracts are made with organic ingredients, they meet the clean-label demands of the most discerning retail and foodservice buyers.
Applications
The Culinary Aromatics line is formulated for the widest possible range of culinary applications. Spearmint’s sweeter, more herbal character makes it particularly well-suited to cocktails, savory preparations, and any application where mint should complement rather than dominate:
- Mojitos, mint juleps, and spearmint cocktails
- Mint lemonade, iced tea, and refreshing beverages
- Spearmint simple syrup — sugar-free or low-calorie
- Tzatziki, mint raita, and mint-based dips and sauces
- Lamb preparations — mint sauce, marinades, and glazes
- Middle Eastern tabbouleh and herb-forward preparations
- Mint chocolate chip cookies and brownies
- Mint chocolate ganache and spearmint truffles
- Spearmint buttercream and mint-glazed cakes
- Mint ice cream, gelato, and frozen desserts
- Spearmint cheesecake and cream-based desserts
- Hard mint candy and spearmint confections
- Mint-infused sparkling water and sodas
- Post-production aromatic finishing via spritzer
Culinary applications by tradition
Spearmint is the culinary mint of choice across a broader range of traditions than peppermint — prized for its versatility in both sweet and savory applications:
Mediterranean and Middle Eastern: Tzatziki, mint raita, tabbouleh, lamb dishes, fattoush, and herbal preparations where fresh mint character is essential.
Cocktails and mixology: Mojito, mint julep, southside, and spearmint-based cocktails where the traditional recipe calls for spearmint rather than peppermint.
American and British confectionery: Spearmint gum character in candy, spearmint leaves, and traditional mint confections.
Beverages: Spearmint tea, mint lemonade, mint infused sparkling water, and herbal beverage preparations.
Baking and desserts: Mint chocolate chip preparations, spearmint buttercream, mint-glazed cakes, and mint ice cream where a sweeter mint character is preferred.
Certifications and compliance
Third-party certified:
- Kosher — Oregon Kosher, PAREVE
- NSF GMP and HACCP certified facility
Regulatory compliance:
- FDA compliant — all flavor ingredients approved per FDA regulations
- FEMA GRAS — generally recognized as safe
- TTB compliant
- California Prop 65 compliant
Clean-label declarations:
- Gluten-Free — produced in a dedicated gluten-free, allergen-free facility; meets Federal Register Final Rule 78 FR 47154
- Made with organic ingredients
- Made with NonGMO ingredients — full ingredient traceability
- Vegan
- Keto-friendly
- No added sugar
- Meets major retail clean-label ingredient safety and quality requirements, including Trader Joe’s and other leading natural and specialty retailers — no ingredients from restricted or unacceptable ingredient lists
Because we maintain full ingredient traceability on every batch, we are able to provide complete documentation for retailer ingredient questionnaires, audit requirements, and compliance programs on request.
A clean, no-added-sugar mint flavoring
Unlike commercial spearmint syrups and mint-flavored products — which typically contain added sugars, artificial flavors, and artificial colors — Angel Bake delivers pure Scotch spearmint flavor with no added sugar. Because of this, it integrates naturally into keto, low-carb, and diabetic-friendly recipes without any reformulation.
Furthermore, spearmint has been traditionally associated with digestive wellness and has been used in herbal traditions across the Mediterranean and Middle East for centuries. As a result, it is a meaningful alternative to spearmint tinctures for those who want botanical benefits woven into everyday cooking, baking, and beverage preparation.
The Culinary Aromatics Kit
The Culinary Aromatics Kit is designed for precision flavoring in both production and service environments. It includes a precision dropper for measured, consistent dosing and a fine-mist spritzer for post-production aromatic finishing.
For spearmint, the spritzer is particularly compelling at the moment of service — a single spritz over a finished mojito, a lamb dish, or a mint-glazed dessert releases a burst of sweet, herbal mint aroma that fresh leaves cannot deliver with the same consistency. The Kit is equally at home in a craft cocktail bar, a Mediterranean restaurant kitchen, or a specialty bakery developing mint-forward seasonal preparations.
Usage and servings
A 2 fl oz bottle delivers 200 to 300 servings. Because spearmint is sweeter and less intense than peppermint, it is more forgiving at higher doses — though starting conservatively is still recommended:
- Baking and food: 3 to 5 drops per cup of batter or filling
- Drinks, cocktails, and mojitos: 3 to 5 drops per 12 oz
- Homemade spearmint syrup: 8 to 10 drops per cup of syrup base
- Chocolate and ganache: 3 to 5 drops per cup
- Savory applications: 3 to 5 drops per cup of sauce or marinade
- Post-production finishing via spritzer: 1 to 2 spritzes per serving
Best By: 3 years from manufacturing date. Store in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight.
An Angel Bake product by Saena Baking Co.
