Cinnamon Free Fresh Mint Tea
Warm, herbal, and deeply refreshing, this simple mint tea is the kind of drink that feels like a reset button in a mug. It's made with just fresh mint, hot water, and a touch of optional honey — nothing more, nothing less. For anyone navigating spice sensitivities, so many packaged teas and blends sneak in unexpected flavoring agents, and cinnamon in particular has a way of hiding in "chai-style" or "warming" herbal blends. Brewing your own from scratch means you know exactly what's in the cup. The technique here is gentle and intentional — water pulled just off the boil preserves the bright, clean flavor of the mint without turning it bitter or grassy. A short three-minute steep is all it takes to coax out that pale green-gold color and that unmistakably cool, aromatic fragrance. It's the kind of tea you'll want to make every single day.
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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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