Artificial Food Coloring Free Fresh Mint Tea
There is something deeply satisfying about a cup of tea that is exactly what it says it is — nothing more, nothing less. This one is built from fresh mint and hot water, with a touch of honey if you like a hint of sweetness, and that is genuinely the whole story. For anyone who has ever flipped over a box of flavored or commercial herbal tea and squinted at a suspiciously long ingredient list, this approach is a breath of fresh air. Artificial dyes and synthetic flavor enhancers have no business in a cup this clean. The mint steeps into a pale green-gold liquid with a bright, cooling fragrance that feels both refreshing and calming at the same time. Letting the water rest just off the boil before pouring is a small but smart step that keeps the flavor smooth rather than bitter. It comes together in minutes and tastes like something you would pay too much for at a café.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- 1 large bunch fresh mint (about 1 oz / 20–25 sprigs)
- 1–2 tsp honey, to taste (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a small saucepan or kettle, then remove from the heat and let it rest for 1 minute until it drops to about 200°F (93°C) — just off the boil.
- 2
Place the rinsed mint sprigs in a teapot or heatproof pitcher. Pour the hot water over the mint.
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