Spearmint is a plant in the mint family which is native to Europe and Southern Asia.
It is often used in food products, beverages, toothpastes, mouthwashes, and cosmetics. It is also often used in medicine for its claimed therapeutic properties.
Compared to its well-known relative peppermint, spearmint has a subtler, sweeter, and lighter flavour so it’s less likely to overwhelm any dish or drink its added to.
Spearmint also boasts an impressive range of health benefits. Its high in antioxidants and other beneficial plant compounds that may help balance hormones, lower blood sugar, and improve digestion.