
This cooling mint tea is exactly the kind of refreshing drink you want on a warm afternoon — bright, lightly sweet, and fragrant with fresh herbs and a hint of ginger. Every ingredient here is naturally low in iodine, so you can sip without second-guessing anything on the list. The honey adds just enough sweetness without refined additives, and the fresh lemon juice gives it a clean, citrusy lift that makes it feel almost fancy. Steeping the mint in hot ginger water pulls out incredible depth of flavor before everything gets strained into a pitcher and chilled — it's a simple technique that delivers a seriously polished result. Pouring it straight over ice speeds up the process if you're in a hurry, and a few extra mint sprigs or lemon slices make it look gorgeous in a glass. It's the kind of drink that works equally well for a quiet afternoon at home or as a crowd-pleasing option when you're hosting and need something everyone can enjoy.
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Combine the water and ginger slices in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Remove the pan from the heat, add the mint leaves, and stir to submerge them. Let steep for 10 minutes, until the liquid is deeply fragrant and pale green.
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