Sesame Free Honey Peppermint Herbal Tea
There is something deeply comforting about a cup of herbal tea made entirely from scratch, and this one delivers that cozy, cooling sensation that peppermint does so well. Fresh leaves steeped in just-boiled water pull out a bright, clean flavor that no tea bag can quite replicate, and a spoonful of raw honey rounds everything out with gentle floral sweetness. For anyone navigating sesame restrictions, packaged teas and flavored blends can be surprisingly tricky — shared facilities and hidden additives make label-reading exhausting. This recipe sidesteps all of that entirely, since every ingredient is exactly what it says it is: water, fresh peppermint, and honey. The technique is simple but intentional — letting the water rest briefly before steeping protects the delicate oils in the mint and keeps the flavor bright rather than bitter. It comes together in under ten minutes and feels like a small, restorative ritual at any time of 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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