Dairy Free Honey Peppermint Herbal Tea
Few things are as instantly soothing as a mug of fresh peppermint tea sweetened with a touch of honey, and this simple brew delivers exactly that. Unlike packaged herbal teas that can hide surprising additives or dairy-derived ingredients in flavored blends, this one is made entirely from scratch with just three clean, recognizable ingredients. Fresh peppermint leaves steeped in just-boiled water produce a pale green, intensely aromatic infusion that dried tea bags simply can't match. The raw honey dissolves right in, adding a gentle floral sweetness that balances the cool, bright bite of the mint beautifully. It's naturally free of any animal-based dairy, so there's nothing to swap or substitute — the recipe just works as written. Whether you're winding down after dinner or looking for a warm, caffeine-free pick-me-up, this tea is as effortless as it is satisfying.
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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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