This gentle herbal tea is the kind of drink that feels like a deep breath — bright, clean, and quietly refreshing. Fresh mint brings that familiar cool tingle while lemon balm adds a soft, citrusy warmth that makes the two herbs feel like they were made for each other. A couple of strips of lemon zest steeped right in the hot water deepen the flavor without any added fuss or processed ingredients. Managing a nickel sensitivity often means scrutinizing packaged teas, which can contain blends, additives, or mystery botanicals that make label-reading a chore — here, every single ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify. A small drizzle of honey at the end lets you dial in just the right touch of sweetness. It comes together in minutes and tastes like something you'd pay good money for at a fancy café, but made entirely in your own kitchen with ingredients you can trust.
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Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat, then remove from the heat.
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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