Carrageenan Free Fresh Mint Tea
There is something quietly perfect about a cup of tea made from nothing but fresh herbs, hot water, and a drizzle of honey. Many packaged teas and ready-to-drink beverages rely on carrageenan as a stabilizer or thickener, which can be a frustrating hidden ingredient to track down on labels. This recipe sidesteps all of that entirely — every ingredient is whole, recognizable, and completely clean. The fresh mint steeps into a pale green-gold brew that smells incredible and tastes bright, cooling, and just a little sweet if you let the honey melt in. Letting the water rest just off the boil before pouring is a small but meaningful step that keeps the mint from turning bitter, so the flavor stays clean and vibrant. It comes together in under ten minutes and requires almost no equipment beyond a saucepan and a strainer, making it one of the easiest comforting drinks you can make from scratch.
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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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