Description

Fresh Mint Tea is a refreshing and aromatic herbal infusion featuring fresh mint leaves, lemon slices, and a touch of honey. This easy-to-make tea can be enjoyed hot or iced and offers a soothing, naturally sweet flavor perfect for any time of day. The recipe includes options for preparing a robust hot tea or a chilled iced version, making it versatile and delightful during all seasons.

Ingredients

Scale

Tea Ingredients

0.7 oz fresh mint leaves
6 oz water (filtered if preferred)
1/2 lemon (sliced)
Sweetener (honey or preferred alternative, to taste)

Instructions

Wash the Mint Leaves: Thoroughly rinse the fresh mint leaves under cold running water to remove any dirt or impurities, especially if harvested from an outdoor plant.
Boil Mint and Water: Place the washed mint leaves and 6 oz of water in a saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-low heat. Allow the mixture to boil gently for 2 minutes to extract maximum flavor.
Steep the Tea: Turn off the heat and let the tea steep for an additional 1 to 2 minutes. This further enhances the flavor and strength of the infusion.
Add Lemon and Sweetener: Pour the brewed tea into a teapot or mug, add a few slices of lemon, and drizzle honey to taste. It’s best to add honey after the tea cools slightly to preserve its beneficial properties.
Enjoy Hot Tea: Drink your first cup fresh for a mild flavor. Subsequent cups will be stronger; adjust sweetness or dilute with water or ice as preferred.
Prepare Fresh Mint Iced Tea: After steeping, chill the brewed tea in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 hours or overnight. Serve cold over ice with fresh mint leaves for a refreshing iced tea experience.

Notes

Using freshly picked mint yields a brighter, more aromatic tea.
Boiling mint leaves in water extracts deeper flavors than simply steeping mint in hot water.
Add honey or sweeteners only after the tea has cooled slightly to retain their health benefits.
The tea can be diluted with water or ice to adjust strength and sweetness.
For a stronger flavor, increase steeping time or mint leaf quantity.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Beverages
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Universal

Keywords: fresh mint tea, honey mint tea, lemon mint tea, iced mint tea, herbal tea, refreshing beverage, homemade tea