BHA & BHT Free Honey Peppermint Herbal Tea
There is something deeply satisfying about a cup of tea made entirely from scratch, and this peppermint blend is as clean and simple as it gets. Many store-bought herbal teas and flavored honey products sneak in synthetic preservatives like BHA and BHT to extend shelf life, which makes reading labels a constant chore. Here, every single ingredient is exactly what it says it is — fresh peppermint leaves, water, and raw honey — so you know precisely what's going into your mug. The fresh leaves steep into a pale, fragrant brew that tastes brighter and more vibrant than anything from a paper packet. Raw honey dissolves in beautifully, adding a gentle floral sweetness that balances the cool, slightly sharp bite of the mint. It's the kind of recipe that takes almost no effort but feels genuinely restorative, whether you're winding down in the evening or just need a moment of calm in the middle of the day.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- ½ cup fresh peppermint leaves, loosely packed
- 2 tsp raw honey
Instructions
- 1
Heat the water in a small saucepan or kettle over medium-high heat until it just reaches a gentle boil, then remove from heat and let it rest for 30 seconds.
- 2
Add the fresh peppermint leaves to the hot water and steep for 5 minutes, until the water is pale green and fragrant.
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