Peppermint Tea Herbal Infusion (Printable)

A cool, minty herbal infusion ideal for calming digestion and relaxing the senses.

# Ingredient List:

→ Tea

01 - 1 peppermint tea bag

→ Water

02 - 1 cup freshly boiled water (250 ml)

→ Optional Additions

03 - 1 to 2 teaspoons honey or sweetener
04 - 1 lemon slice

# Directions:

01 - Place the peppermint tea bag into a mug or teapot.
02 - Pour 1 cup of freshly boiled water over the tea bag.
03 - Cover and let steep for 5 minutes to extract full flavor.
04 - Take out the peppermint tea bag from the mug or teapot.
05 - Optionally add honey or a slice of lemon, stirring gently before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It's like having a secret herbal spa moment in your mug, calming and refreshing all at once
  • The simplicity makes it perfect for any time you want a quick soothing break
02 -
  • Steeping longer than five minutes brings out a stronger, more robust mint flavor but watch it doesn't get bitter
  • Serving over ice transforms it into a refreshing cold drink that's perfect for summer afternoons
03 -
  • Use water just off the boil to avoid burning delicate peppermint leaves and keep the taste smooth
  • Adding lemon before steeping can mellow the mint, so always add it after for brightness

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