Tree Nut Free Mint and Lemon Balm Herbal Tea
This soothing herbal tea is the kind of drink that makes you slow down and actually enjoy a quiet moment. Fresh mint brings a cool, bright lift while lemon balm adds a gentle citrusy calm that feels almost medicinal in the best possible way. A couple of strips of lemon zest deepen that brightness without any sourness, and a touch of honey rounds everything out into something that tastes genuinely special. Because it's made entirely from fresh herbs, zest, and a drizzle of honey, there's nothing hidden to worry about — no packaged blends, no mystery additives, just clean and simple ingredients you can see and smell. Steeping for just five minutes keeps the flavor delicate rather than bitter, so the result is a pale, golden-green cup that looks as lovely as it tastes. It's equally good as a wind-down evening ritual or a refreshing afternoon break, and the optional mint sprig garnish makes it feel just a little fancy without any extra effort.
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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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