How to Make Tea with Mint
Brewing tea with fresh mint is an easy and refreshing way to enjoy your favorite hot beverage. The addition of the herb will enhance the flavor and also provide a number of beneficial health benefits. Here’s how to make delicious tea with mint:
Ingredients
- Fresh mint leaves
- Tea of your choice
- Honey or sugar (optional)
Instructions
- Fill a small pot with water and bring it to a boil on the stove.
- Turn off the heat and add the fresh mint leaves to the pot.
- Steep the mint leaves for 5 minutes to infuse the water with the flavor of the herb.
- Strain the leaves out of the water, then add your chosen tea bag or loose tea leaves to the pot, and let it steep for 3-5 minutes.
- Add sweetener if desired, then pour the tea into your cup and enjoy!
Benefits of Tea with Mint
Mint has many amazing health benefits including:
- Promotes digestion
- Provides relief from nausea
- Boosts immunity
- Relieves headaches and muscle aches
- Improves mental clarity and alertness
- Helps to reduce stress and anxiety
Brewing tea with mint is a great way to take advantage of these benefits while also enjoying a delicious cup of tea. Adding a few fresh mint leaves to your tea is an easy and flavorful way to enjoy this wonderful herb.