A Minty Moment of Bliss - Peppermint Rituals for Energy and Refreshment
September 15, 2025 | Deborah McCormick
There is something extraordinary about mint. Even the faintest hint of peppermint, whether in fragrance, flavor, or the cooling sweep of essential oil, can awaken the senses and change the atmosphere. Research shows peppermint can boost energy, improve focus, ease fatigue, and even support digestion, making it one of nature’s most versatile refreshers.
For me, though, its greatest gift is the way it makes the world feel instantly brighter and lighter. That is why mint, in all its forms, has become part of my personal ritual whenever I need an instant mood shift. A spoonful of ice cream, a burst of peppermint aromatherapy, the flicker of a mint candle, layered together, they create what I like to call a minty moment of bliss.
A Scoop of Freshness
Jeni’s Green Mint Chip Ice Cream is as close as it gets to joy in a bowl. The silky cream, flecked with fair-trade dark chocolate, is indulgent, but what makes it extraordinary is the peppermint essential oil. That burst of pure, natural flavor is bright, cooling, and unmistakably fresh - it turns each spoonful into something more than dessert.
What I also love is how Jeni’s reimagined this flavor. Once updated in 2016 as part of their nostalgic American Licks collection, Green Mint Chip has since become a signature flavor. Its vibrant green hue isn’t artificial at all but comes from spirulina and juices from whole fruits and vegetables. In a world full of neon mint ice creams, this one feels thoughtful, pure, and grown-up - mint chip for people who care about the details. Peppermint stimulates the senses and sharpens focus, which might be why even a bite feels like a reset for the mind.
Surround Yourself With Mint
Scent can shift a mood faster than almost anything. For me, candles and home fragrance are essential. Diptyque’s Menthe Verte is pure, clarity, like being in a field of wild mint while Cire Trudon’s Abd El Kader layers Moroccan mint tea with ginger and tobacco for warmth. Lighting a peppermint-scented candle isn’t just about fragrance; research shows mint aromas can help improve concentration and banish mental fog. A single flame can transform the whole atmosphere.
Mint for Body and Mind
Peppermint's refreshing energy goes beyond the senses, it can invigorate the body too. Take ESPA’s Energising Bath & Body Oil, for example. A warming blend of peppermint, eucalyptus, and rosemary essential oils swirled into a bath not only softens skin but helps fight fatigue and recharge the senses, thanks to nourishing plant oils like avocado, sweet almond, and soybean.
For the hair and scalp, nothing brings more clarity than Philip B. Peppermint Avocado Shampoo. This has been my favorite for years because the peppermint oil gives such a refreshing lift while the avocado extract keeps hair soft and full. It manages to be both invigorating and gentle, leaving my scalp balanced and my hair perfectly clean. It’s proof that a little peppermint can turn an ordinary shampoo into a daily ritual worth savoring.
A Calming Mint Ritual
Peppermint is not only about energy and awakening. It can also be deeply calming, especially when paired with simple comforts. I love Prestat Peppermint Thins, made with dark chocolate delicately infused with hand picked Black Mitcham Peppermint from a family run farm in Hampshire. The crisp bite of the chocolate with a warm cup of Teapigs Peppermint Tea is a small ritual that always feels restorative.
Because both are naturally caffeine free, this pairing makes for the perfect evening indulgence. It is a sweet treat that satisfies without overstimulating and a refreshing way to ease digestion after a meal. Calm, fresh, and quietly luxurious, that is the beauty of peppermint at its gentlest.
Peppermint, Anytime
Not every ritual fits neatly into daily life. You cannot bring a candle into a crowded office, tuck a bath into your carry on, or sneak a scoop of ice cream into a meeting. But you can always have a Herban Essentials Peppermint Essential Oil Towelette. I source the highest quality, pure peppermint essential oil available to make our towelettes, and it delivers an instant wave of clarity and refreshment wherever you are. I keep them everywhere, by my bedside for a zing in the morning, in my handbag, in the car, because when everything else feels out of reach, a towelette is the little luxury that always fits.
Raise A Glass To Mint
Mint belongs in the glass, whether the moment calls for something sparkling or spirited. My vintage emerald green goblets make even plain sparkling water feel like a celebration. I often add a sprig of fresh mint and a squeeze of lime, which instantly turns it into something bright, refreshing, and a little more festive.
When the evening calls for more, I reach for Edmond Briottet Menthe Verte, a French liqueur with an elegant herbal sweetness. I love it simply poured over ice with soda water for a crisp aperitif, or drizzled into champagne for a fresh twist on a toast. However you enjoy it, peppermint proves itself endlessly versatile, bringing energy and lift to every glass.
The Brightness of Peppermint
Mint has a way of cutting through the ordinary. A scoop of ice cream, a burst of peppermint aromatherapy, a candlelit bath, a square of chocolate, a towelette in your bag, or a sparkling glass, none of it is complicated, but together it becomes a ritual. My hope is that you find something here that feels useful in your own life, whether it is a simple cup of tea after dinner, a refreshing towelette at your desk, or a sweet indulgence in the evening. Peppermint always carries with it a spark of clarity and a reminder that even the smallest rituals can make life feel brighter.
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