Gluten Free Honey Peppermint Herbal Tea
Fresh peppermint leaves and raw honey are naturally free from gluten in any form, so this soothing cup is a completely safe and fuss-free choice for anyone navigating a gluten-free lifestyle. There are no hidden additives, no thickeners, no grain-based fillers — just three clean, wholesome ingredients doing exactly what they should. The result is a pale green, fragrant tea that tastes bright and cooling with just enough floral sweetness from the honey to round out the mint's sharpness. It's the kind of drink that feels like a small act of self-care, whether you're winding down after dinner or looking for a gentle afternoon pick-me-up. Steeping fresh leaves rather than a bagged blend gives you noticeably more vibrant flavor and aroma, and the short steep time keeps it from turning bitter. Stir in that honey while the tea is still hot so it melts in smoothly, and you've got something genuinely lovely in under ten minutes.
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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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