Refreshing Peppermint Leaf Infusion (Printer-Friendly)

A refreshing herbal infusion from peppermint leaves, ideal hot or iced for a soothing and invigorating drink.

# What You'll Need:

→ Herbal Tea

01 - 2 tablespoons dried peppermint leaves
02 - 2 cups water

→ Optional Additions

03 - 1–2 teaspoons honey or agave syrup
04 - Lemon slices for serving

# How to Make It:

01 - Bring 2 cups of water to a boil using a kettle or small saucepan.
02 - Place the peppermint leaves into a teapot or heatproof pitcher.
03 - Pour the boiling water over the peppermint leaves, cover, and steep for 5 minutes.
04 - Strain the infusion into cups using a fine-mesh strainer.
05 - Sweeten with honey or agave syrup if desired, and add lemon slices. Serve hot or chilled over ice.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This tea feels like a secret escape in a cup, soothing and uplifting all at once
  • It became my go-to refreshment because it's so simple yet unexpectedly vibrant
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  • If you steep the peppermint leaves too long, the tea can become bitter rather than refreshing
  • Using fresh peppermint leaves really brings out a bright, lively taste that can transform the experience
03 -
  • Always boil the water fresh each time to preserve oxygen levels for the best flavor extraction
  • The secret to brightness is not oversteeping—five minutes is usually perfect

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