Refreshing Mint Tea (Print View)
A refreshing, aromatic drink brewed with fresh mint leaves and green tea, ideal for calming and refreshing.
# What You'll Need:
→ Tea
01 - 1 tablespoon loose green tea (e.g., gunpowder) or 2 green tea bags
→ Mint
02 - 1 large bunch fresh mint leaves (approximately 30–40 leaves), washed
→ Sweetener
03 - 3 to 4 tablespoons granulated sugar, optional and adjustable to taste
→ Water
04 - 4 cups filtered water
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 - Bring 4 cups of filtered water to a rolling boil in a kettle or saucepan.
02 - Rinse the teapot with a small amount of boiling water to preheat it, then discard the water.
03 - Add the green tea and fresh mint leaves to the warmed teapot.
04 - Pour the boiling water directly over the tea and mint leaves in the teapot.
05 - Add sugar according to preference and stir gently to dissolve, if using.
06 - Cover the teapot and let the mixture steep for 5 minutes to extract flavors.
07 - Strain the tea into cups and serve hot. For authenticity, pour from a height to aerate and create a frothy layer on top.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- It tastes like luxury but takes the same five minutes as boiling water.
- Fresh mint naturally soothes, making this feel as good as it tastes.
- The pouring ritual itself becomes part of the comfort, not just the drinking.
02 -
- Over-steeping turns fresh mint slightly bitter, so set a timer and don't get distracted by perfection.
- Warming the teapot before adding the tea is the invisible magic that keeps every cup tasting the same, not just the first.
03 -
- Keep dried mint on hand for when fresh mint isn't available, though fresh is always worth seeking out for this one.
- Steep the tea and mint separately if you're making it ahead, then combine just before serving so the mint stays bright and aromatic.