Description

This herbal tea is so easy to make and tastes great. It's a healthy, caffeine free beverage that's great served hot or cold.

Ingredients

• 2 c. water
• 15 fresh mint leaves (peppermint or spearmint)
• 2 t. sugar or honey, starting with about 1 t. per cup, or as desired
• ice, if desired
• lemon slices and/or lemon juice, if desired

Steps

1. Bring water to a rolling boil; remove from heat; add mint leaves. Steep for 3 - 5 minutes, depending on desired strength. Add sweetener, if desired.
2. To serve:
3. If serving iced, fill tall glasses with ice; pour tea over ice.