Mint Tea Honey Lemon (Print Version)

A refreshing blend of fresh mint, honey, and lemon for a calming and flavorful brew.

# What You Need:

01 - 2 cups water

02 - 1 large handful fresh mint leaves, plus extra for garnish

03 - 2 tablespoons honey

04 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

05 - 2 lemon slices

01 - Bring the water to a boil in a small saucepan or kettle.

02 - Rinse the mint leaves and gently bruise them to release their aromatic oils.

03 - Place the bruised mint leaves in a teapot or heatproof jug and pour the boiling water over them.

04 - Cover and let steep for 5 to 7 minutes, adjusting time based on desired strength.

05 - Strain the tea into cups, discarding the used mint leaves.

06 - Stir in the honey and lemon juice until fully dissolved.

07 - Garnish each cup with a lemon slice and extra fresh mint leaves if desired. Serve hot.

01 -

The way fresh mint transforms hot water into something that feels like an embrace
Honey and lemon balance the herbal notes perfectly without masking the mint
Ready in fifteen minutes but tastes like something that took all afternoon

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Dried mint will give you a completely different drink, more earthy and less bright, so stick to fresh for this recipe
Over-steeping makes mint tea bitter rather than stronger, so respect that five to seven minute window
Honey should be added after the tea has cooled slightly to preserve its beneficial enzymes

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Buy mint plants and keep them on your windowsill so you always have fresh leaves available
The bruising step is what separates restaurant quality tea from home attempts
Use honey from local sources for added allergy benefits and regional flavor notes