Brjóstsykur (mint candy)

Instructions

1. Lightly oil a dish or a silicone candy mold.
2. In a saucepan, heat the water, sugar and glucose syrup over medium heat, stirring until dissolved.
3. Let it boil without stirring until it reaches 150 °C on a candy thermometer, about 10 to 15 minutes.
4. Remove from the heat, add the mint and coloring if using, then stir quickly.
5. Pour the syrup quickly into the molds or onto the oiled dish.
6. Let it harden completely, then break the candy into pieces by hand or with a small hammer.