Refreshing Lemon-Mint Herbal Tea Recipe: Garden to Cup

There’s nothing quite like a refreshing herbal tea made from fresh herbs in your garden. Our Lemon-Mint Herbal Tea recipe combines the bright, citrusy flavors of lemon balm with the cooling taste of mint to create a delightful and healthy beverage you can enjoy any time of day.

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup fresh lemon balm leaves
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves (spearmint or peppermint)
• 4 cups boiling water
• Honey or your preferred sweetener (optional)

Instructions:

1. Harvest the herbs: Gently pick the freshest lemon balm and mint leaves from your garden, making sure they are free of dirt and insects.
2. Rinse the herbs: Give the leaves a gentle rinse under cool running water to remove any remaining dirt or debris.
3. Prepare the herbs: Lightly bruise the lemon balm and mint leaves by gently rubbing them between your fingers. This helps release their essential oils and enhances the flavor of your tea.
4. Steep the tea: Place the bruised leaves in a teapot or heatproof container. Pour the boiling water over the leaves and let them steep for 5-10 minutes, depending on how strong you like your tea.
5. Strain the tea: Use a fine-mesh strainer to strain the tea into your teacups or a serving pitcher, removing the leaves.
6. Sweeten, if desired: Taste your tea and add honey or your preferred sweetener, if desired. You can also serve the tea with a slice of lemon for an extra burst of citrus flavor.
7. Enjoy: Sip and savor your refreshing Lemon-Mint Herbal Tea!

Feel free to experiment with other herbs from your garden to create new and exciting tea blends. You might try adding a few lavender flowers for a calming twist or a sprig of rosemary for a more invigorating brew. The possibilities are endless, and the joy of crafting your own herbal teas from your garden is a reward in itself.

Tell us about your favorite blend in the comments below!

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