Tea with mint

Cookinero 23 Mar 2025

Mint is a pleasant addition to black or green tea, making its taste softer. It is believed that mint has a calming and relaxing effect, so drinks with it are good to drink before bed or after a hard day. We recommend adding fresh mint to tea, but the drink with dried mint is no worse.

How to cook Tea with mint

Step 1

Tea with mint

Tear off a few mint leaves from a sprig and place them in a warm teapot. Pour 1 tablespoon of tea leaves into a strainer.

Step 2

Tea with mint

Pour boiled water at 80-90 °C into the teapot, close the lid and let it brew for 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

Tea with mint

Carefully pour the tea into cups.

Tea with mint - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, you can substitute dried mint for fresh. Use about 1 teaspoon of dried mint leaves for every tablespoon of fresh mint called for in the recipe.
Leftover mint tea can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. For best flavor, consume it within 24 hours and reheat gently if desired.
Absolutely! Simply replace regular tea leaves with caffeine-free herbal tea or rooibos for a naturally caffeine-free version.
For serving more people, maintain the ratio of 1 tablespoon tea leaves and a few mint leaves per cup of water. Brew in a larger teapot or multiple batches.
Yes, honey, sugar, or stevia can be added to taste. Stir in your preferred sweetener after brewing while the tea is still warm.
To make iced tea, double the tea leaves and mint, brew as usual, then pour over ice. Alternatively, chill the brewed tea in the refrigerator.
Try adding lemon balm, basil, or lemongrass for different flavor profiles. Start with small amounts to adjust to your taste.
Yes, you can reuse them for a lighter second brew. The flavor will be more subtle, so you may want to steep it slightly longer.

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