Fresh Mint Tea

1. Prepare the Mint
   Place 25 g (1 cup) fresh mint leaves in a teapot, bowl, or large heatproof mug.
2. Add Boiling Water
   Pour 720 ml (3 cups) boiling water over the mint leaves. Stir gently to ensure all the leaves are fully submerged.
3. Steep the Tea
   Cover and let the mint steep for 5 minutes for a lighter flavor or up to 10 minutes for a stronger taste.
4. Strain the Leaves
   Pour the tea through a fine mesh strainer into cups, removing all the mint leaves.
5. Sweeten and Serve
   Add maple syrup, a squeeze of lemon, or sugar to taste if desired. Serve hot immediately.

Notes:

Use fresh mint — dried mint produces a significantly flatter cup. Don’t use boiling water; aim for 80°C / 175°F to avoid bitterness.

Tips:

Gently bruise the mint leaves before steeping to release more essential oils.

Storage:

Best consumed immediately. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 1 day and serve over ice.

Swaps:

Spearmint can be replaced with lemon verbena, lemongrass, or mint and fresh ginger.