This herbal tea is the kind of simple, soothing drink that feels like a small act of self-care — bright, fragrant, and ready in minutes. Fresh mint and lemon balm steep together in just-boiled water, releasing a pale gold-green brew that smells incredible before you even take a sip. A couple of strips of lemon zest deepen the citrus note without any juice, and a touch of honey rounds everything out to exactly the sweetness you want. Because it's built entirely from fresh herbs, zest, and water, there's nothing to second-guess here — no grain-based additives, no blended tea bags with mystery fillings, just clean, whole ingredients. That makes it a genuinely easy choice for anyone navigating grain sensitivities, since so many packaged herbal blends can include unexpected fillers or flavorings. Serve it straight from the strainer into warm mugs and add a sprig of fresh mint on top if you want it to look as good as it tastes.
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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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