How to Make Peppermint Tea
Peppermint tea is simple, soothing, and endlessly customizable. Whether you’re making it fresh from your garden, using dried leaves, or relying on a trusty tea bag, you’ll end up with a delicious and calming drink you’ll want to enjoy all year long.
Ingredients
- 1 handful fresh peppermint leaves or 2 teaspoons dried peppermint leaves or 1 peppermint tea bag
- 2 cups hot water
- Sweetener (optional)
Instructions
- If using fresh leaves: gently crush them with a spoon or mortar to release the oils.
- If using dried leaves: measure them into a tea infuser.
- If using a tea bag: simply unwrap and set aside.
- Bring water to a boil, then let it cool for 1–2 minutes. Herbal teas brew best with hot—but not boiling—water.
- Place your leaves or tea bag in a mug. Pour the hot water over them.
- Cover with a lid or small plate and steep
- Fresh leaves: 8–10 minutes
- Dried leaves: 5 minutes
- Taste every 30 seconds after the first few minutes to adjust strength to your liking.
- Remove leaves or tea bag.
- Add sweetener, lemon, or other add-ins if desired.
- Enjoy hot, or let cool and pour over ice for a refreshing iced version.
Notes
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