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Peppermint: What It Is and How to Use It

Peppermint: What It Is and How to Use It

Peppermint (Mentha × piperita) is the world's most popular mint — a cool, bright herb used in teas, cooking, and aromatherapy alike. The dried leaves brew into the classic mint tea: refreshing, naturally caffeine-free, and easy to love. Find it in the bulk herb section at William's Natural Foods, 12249 San Pablo Ave, Richmond, CA 94805.

Available in Bulk

We carry peppermint in our bulk herb section, so you can grab the exact amount you want — from a spoonful for a single pot of tea to a full bag to keep the household stocked. Scoop what you need, and our staff can help you find it and compare it with spearmint.

What We Carry

We stock peppermint leaf in cut and sifted form for brewing, plus complementary bulk mints and tea herbs for blending. Everything is sold by weight.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between peppermint and spearmint?

Peppermint is sharper, cooler, and higher in menthol — the compound behind that icy sensation. Spearmint is sweeter, milder, and fruitier. For a bracing, classic mint tea, choose peppermint; for a gentler cup or for Middle Eastern-style teas, try spearmint.

What is peppermint traditionally used for?

Peppermint tea has been a go-to after-meal drink for centuries, traditionally enjoyed to settle the stomach and freshen the palate. It is one of the most widely consumed herbal teas in the world — a testament to how universally pleasant people find it.

Can I cook with dried peppermint?

Yes — dried peppermint works in Middle Eastern and North African dishes, tabbouleh, yogurt sauces, and desserts like chocolate-mint treats. Use a lighter hand than with fresh mint, since drying concentrates the flavor.

How should I store dried peppermint?

Airtight, away from heat and light — like all dried herbs. Peppermint's volatile oils fade faster than many herbs, so buy in amounts you will use within several months for the brightest flavor. If it smells like hay instead of mint, replace it.

Did you know? Peppermint is a natural hybrid of watermint and spearmint that was first recognized as its own plant in 18th-century England (source: Encyclopaedia Britannica). Every peppermint plant grown today descends from that chance cross.

Visit William's Natural Foods at 12249 San Pablo Ave, Richmond, CA — open Monday through Friday 9 AM to 7 PM, Saturday 9 AM to 6 PM, and Sunday 10 AM to 5 PM. Our staff are happy to help you find peppermint in the bulk herbs.

This guide is for general information only and is not medical advice. Talk to your doctor or a qualified health professional about any health questions.