Refreshing peppermint leaf infusion (Printable)
A cool, soothing peppermint leaf infusion with optional honey and lemon for added flavor.
# Ingredient List:
→ Herbal Base
01 - 2 tablespoons dried peppermint leaves
02 - 2 cups filtered water
→ Optional Additions
03 - 1 to 2 teaspoons honey or agave syrup
04 - 2 thin lemon slices
# Steps:
01 - Bring filtered water to a rolling boil using a kettle or saucepan.
02 - Place dried peppermint leaves in a teapot or heatproof container.
03 - Pour the boiling water over the peppermint leaves, cover, and allow to steep for 5 minutes.
04 - Strain the tea through a fine mesh strainer into serving cups.
05 - Incorporate honey or lemon slices as desired, then serve hot.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It's the kind of tea that tastes like self-care without any fuss or pretense.
- Your digestion will thank you, especially after a heavy meal or stressful day.
- Costs pennies compared to fancy bottled herbal blends, and tastes infinitely fresher.
02 -
- Five minutes is non-negotiable—I learned this the hard way when impatience led to a cup that tasted like grass clippings.
- Fresh peppermint is twice as potent as dried, so adjust your quantities if you switch between the two.
03 -
- Bruise your fresh mint leaves gently between your fingers before steeping to coax out more of their essential oils and flavor.
- A pinch of dried mint goes further than you think—start light and taste as you go, because you can always add more but you can't take it back.