Sesame Free Fresh Mint Tea
There is something deeply calming about a cup of fresh mint tea, and this version is as pure and simple as it gets. A generous bunch of fresh mint steeped in just-off-the-boil water produces a pale green-gold brew that smells incredible and tastes even better — bright, clean, and naturally cooling. A touch of honey rounds it out if you like a hint of sweetness, but the mint holds its own without it. For anyone navigating sesame sensitivities, herbal teas can sometimes feel like a minefield of blended ingredients and shared-facility warnings, but this recipe sidesteps all of that entirely — it's just water, fresh mint, and an optional drizzle of honey. Nothing hidden, nothing processed, nothing to second-guess. It comes together in under ten minutes and feels like a small, restorative ritual you'll want to repeat 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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