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Lavender Mint Tea

Lavender Mint Tea: Your Refreshing Summer Chill Remedy

Lavender Mint Tea is a refreshing, low-calorie drink perfect for hydration on sunny afternoons.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 8 cups Filtered Water Use filtered water for the best flavor and clarity.
For the Aromatics
  • 1 cup Fresh Lavender Spanish Lavender is ideal, but any edible variety will do.
  • 2 cups Fresh Mint Moroccan or Egyptian mint enhances the taste beautifully.
Optional Additions
  • Lemon Slices Brightens the tea with a zesty flair.
  • Ice Chill your Lavender Mint Tea with ice cubes for a refreshing drink.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Fine Mesh Strainer
  • Heatproof Pitcher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, place a generous handful of fresh lavender and around two cups of freshly washed mint leaves. Bruise the mint leaves gently.
  2. Pour eight cups of filtered water over the prepared herbs. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the tea simmer for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
  4. After simmering, strain the tea using a fine mesh strainer into a heatproof pitcher, discarding the solid herbs.
  5. Serve hot or allow to cool for an iced version. Pour over ice with a sprig of mint for garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup

Notes

Use fresh lavender and mint for the best flavor. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to three days. Adjust sweetness with honey or agave if desired.

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