Peppermint Hot Tea Soothing (Printable View)

A calming peppermint infusion crafted with fresh leaves, ideal for relaxation and digestive ease.

# Ingredient List:

→ Tea

01 - 2 tablespoons fresh peppermint leaves or 2 teaspoons dried peppermint leaves
02 - 2 cups water

→ Optional

03 - 1 to 2 teaspoons honey or agave syrup, to taste
04 - 1 lemon slice, for garnish

# How to Make It:

01 - Rinse fresh peppermint leaves thoroughly under cold water.
02 - Bring 2 cups of water to a gentle boil using a small saucepan or kettle.
03 - Place peppermint leaves in a teapot or directly into heatproof mugs.
04 - Pour the boiling water over the peppermint leaves, cover, and steep for 5 minutes.
05 - If using loose leaves, strain the infusion into cups.
06 - Stir in honey or agave syrup if desired, and garnish with a lemon slice. Serve hot.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It's your secret weapon for digestive comfort and that cozy afternoon calm you didn't know you needed
  • Takes just 10 minutes but feels like an act of self-care, not rushed preparation
  • Works beautifully hot or cold, making it a year-round friend in your kitchen
  • So pure and simple that you taste exactly what nature intended—no complicated flavors to hide behind
02 -
  • Five minutes is your baseline, but don't be afraid to steal an extra minute or two if you prefer a stronger flavor—I learned this only after years of making weak tea out of impatience
  • The leaves will continue to release flavor even after you remove them, so if you're not drinking immediately, strain them out to prevent over-steeping and bitterness
  • Fresh peppermint from a garden or market is astronomically better than grocery store dried mint that's been sitting for months—prioritize freshness whenever possible
03 -
  • If you have access to fresh peppermint, grow it in a pot on your windowsill—it's nearly impossible to kill and provides endless leaves for exactly this purpose
  • The moment you smell the steam rising from your cup, that's your signal that the essential oils are at their peak—lean in and breathe deeply because you're inhaling all the therapeutic benefit

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