Caffeine Free Fresh Mint Tea
There is something genuinely soothing about wrapping your hands around a warm mug of something that smells this good. This simple brew uses a generous bunch of fresh mint steeped in just-off-the-boil water, coaxing out a pale green-gold liquor with a clean, cooling fragrance that feels both refreshing and calming at once. Unlike most teas, there are no tea leaves involved here — just pure herb and water — so it is completely free of the stimulants that make conventional tea and coffee off-limits for those avoiding caffeine. A touch of honey stirred in at the end adds a gentle sweetness without masking that bright, herbal character. It comes together in under five minutes and requires almost no equipment beyond a kettle and a strainer, making it an effortless ritual any time of day. Whether you are winding down before bed or just want something warm and restorative mid-afternoon, this is the kind of cup that earns a permanent spot in your routine.
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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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