Why Does Peppermint Infused Food Taste Cold

In a few days, Halloween will officially surrender to the Christmas Season. Not going to lie, Christmas’s marketing team was very aggressive this year. But that’s not why you’re here. We’re discussing why do mints taste cold. To get back on track, let’s establish a few facts. One, Peppermint is a type of herb in the mint family. Two, this hearty herb that can be grown in  extremely hot and cold temperatures. So, why does it make some of our festive treats taste cold?

There’s actually a scientific reason for this. Specifically, Anatomy. Sci Show Kids has a fun and informative video about it. Side Note: I like to check out this YouTube Channel for informative videos, because Sci Show, as a whole, strives to make science accessible to the layman. In this case, Sci Show Kids delved into Earth Science,  Anatomy, and European History. If you want to share it with your family, see the video below.

If you made it this far, menthol which is a component found in mint leaves, stems, and flowers tricks our taste bud’s flavor receptors. Also, peppermint candy’s unique history with winter contributes to herbs cold image. If you’d prefer a detailed answer about mints for adult. See the Sci Show video below.

I hope you enjoyed this just for fun post about Peppermints. Sometimes, it nice to learn a little more about the world around you. Who knows, this question may come up on a game show. If not, it can be a holiday ice breaker. Cause mints are cold like ice. Yep, couldn’t resist the dad joke. Anyways, enjoy what’s left of Spooky Season and let’s get ready to stock up on mint infused foods.