Artificial Food Coloring Free Mint and Lemon Balm Herbal Tea
There is something deeply calming about wrapping your hands around a mug of tea that smells like a summer garden, and this herbal blend delivers exactly that. Fresh mint and lemon balm steep together in just-boiled water, releasing a pale gold-green brew that is bright, cooling, and gently sweet. A couple of strips of lemon zest add a citrusy lift that makes the whole cup feel lively without being sharp. Many packaged herbal teas and flavored drinks rely on synthetic dyes to achieve their color, but here the soft golden hue comes entirely from the herbs themselves — no additives, no artificial anything. A small drizzle of honey rounds out the flavor beautifully, and you can dial it up or down depending on how sweet you like things. It is an effortless recipe that comes together in minutes and feels like a genuine treat, whether you are winding down in the evening or just looking for something soothing mid-afternoon.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- ½ cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed
- ½ cup fresh lemon balm leaves, loosely packed
- 2 strips lemon zest (each about 2 inches long)
- 1–2 tsp honey, to taste
For serving
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat, then remove from the heat.
- 2
Add the mint leaves, lemon balm leaves, and lemon zest strips to the hot water. Let steep for 5 minutes, until the liquid is pale gold-green and fragrant.
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