Carrageenan Free Honey Peppermint Herbal Tea
Few things are as instantly soothing as a mug of fresh peppermint tea sweetened with a drizzle of honey, and this version keeps things beautifully simple. Many packaged herbal teas and flavored drinks sneak in carrageenan as a thickener or stabilizer, making label-reading a constant chore — here, you sidestep all of that entirely. The only ingredients are fresh peppermint leaves, water, and raw honey, so you know exactly what's going into your cup. Steeping the leaves in just-boiled water coaxes out that bright, cooling flavor without any bitterness, and the honey dissolves in smoothly to add a gentle floral sweetness. It's the kind of recipe that feels almost too easy until you taste how good it actually is. Whether you're winding down after dinner or looking for a warm pick-me-up in the afternoon, this tea delivers real, clean comfort in minutes.
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Learn more →Ingredients
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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