Turmeric Free Fresh Mint Tea
There is something quietly luxurious about a cup of tea brewed entirely from fresh herbs, and this mint version delivers that feeling in under ten minutes. The flavor is bright, clean, and cooling — nothing like the flat, dusty taste of a dried tea bag. 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. A small drizzle of honey rounds it out beautifully, though the mint is so fragrant on its own that you may not even reach for it. For anyone navigating anti-inflammatory spice restrictions, this is the kind of soothing, warming drink that fits effortlessly into the routine — no label-reading required, just three honest ingredients. It works equally well as a morning ritual or a wind-down evening cup.
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Learn more →Ingredients
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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