Blackcurrant Mint

Description

Blackcurrant Mint is a relatively new variety on the market, yet it’s already capturing attention for its striking similarity to the much-loved ‘Berries and Cream’ cultivar. So close is the resemblance—in habit, growth, and aroma—that many growers speculate it may even be a renamed or slightly altered form. The giveaway? Its intense blackcurrant scent, particularly prominent in the tender new growth, which releases a tangy, sweet-fruity aroma when brushed or crushed.

The plant produces deep green, slightly textured leaves and has a vigorous but manageable growth habit, making it an ideal choice for containers, herb beds, or sensory gardens. While it retains the cooling undertones of classic mint, it also offers a luscious, fruity twist reminiscent of summer hedgerows.

Use Blackcurrant Mint to bring a sophisticated splash of flavour to herbal teas, sorbet and ice cream infusions, fruit salads, or drizzled over berries with cream. Its vibrant scent and taste also pair beautifully with chocolate or elderflower in creative kitchen experiments.

A treat for the nose, the palate, and the eye, Blackcurrant Mint is a must-have for anyone looking to expand their mint collection with something rich, indulgent, and refreshingly different.