BHA & BHT Free Mint and Lemon Balm Herbal Tea
There is something deeply calming about wrapping your hands around a mug of tea you made entirely from scratch, and this herbal blend delivers that feeling in spades. Fresh mint and lemon balm steep together in just-boiled water, releasing a bright, cooling aroma that fills the kitchen before you even take your first sip. A couple of strips of lemon zest add a subtle citrus lift that keeps the flavor lively without overpowering the gentle herbal notes. A small drizzle of honey rounds everything out, letting you dial the sweetness up or down to suit your mood. For anyone navigating preservative sensitivities, this recipe is a natural fit — every ingredient is whole and unprocessed, so there are no hidden additives to second-guess. Packaged teas and flavored blends can be surprisingly tricky territory, but when you steep your own leaves at home, you know exactly what's in the cup. It's an effortless ritual that tastes far more refined than the handful of ingredients would suggest.
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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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