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When the mint in our garden is overflowing, I love making this homemade Lemon Mint Tea. It’s bright, refreshing, and one of my kids’ favorites! Most days I use mint tea bags, but when I have fresh leaves, nothing beats the flavor. A squeeze of lemon and a touch of honey make it the perfect sip, hot or iced!
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Why I Love This Recipe
- Fresh & flavorful: the lemon and mint together taste so bright and delicious.
- Kid-approved: my kids are first to ask for a glass of this tea. They also love Ginger Lemon Honey Tea in the fall and winter.
- Naturally healthy: mint can aid digestion, while lemon adds vitamin C and hydration and immune boost. Here are 21 Immune Boosting Recipes if you’re looking for more!
- Simple ingredients: just four ingredients (and one of those is water!) you probably already have on hand.
- Versatile: enjoy it iced in the summer or hot in the winter.
The Ingredients
- Boiling Water: the base for your tea.
- Fresh Mint Leaves: packed with flavor. Wash the leaves thoroughly!
- Honey: lightly sweetens without overpowering. Agave or sugar work too!
- Fresh Lemon Juice: adds that citrusy zing.
How to Make Homemade Lemon Mint Tea
Step 1: Pour the boiling water over the mint leaves in a pitcher. Allow the water to cool to room temperature.
Step 2: Stir in the lemon juice and honey.
Step 3: Chill in the fridge until cold. Pour over ice when ready to serve.
Tips and Variations
- Hot version: Skip the chilling and enjoy it warm.
- Sparkling twist: Top it off with sparkling water for a fizzy treat.
- Add extra flavor: Fresh ginger slices, cucumber, or a splash of orange juice all work beautifully.
- Storage: Keep any leftover tea in a covered pitcher in the fridge for up to 3 days. Just give it a stir before serving since the lemon and sweetener can settle.
FAQs
Lemon mint tea is naturally caffeine-free, hydrating, and refreshing. Mint may help with digestion, while lemon adds vitamin C and antioxidants for an immune boost!
Yes! Lemon mint tea is gentle, hydrating, and safe to enjoy daily, whether hot or iced.
Absolutely. Use 3 mint tea bags in place of fresh mint leaves, and steep as directed.
More Refreshing Drinks
Next time you’ve got fresh mint leaves, brew up a pitcher of this refreshing tea! With just a handful of ingredients, it’s easy, healthy, and full of flavor. Give it a try and see why it’s become a favorite in our house! Let me know what you think too — leave a comment and rating below!
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Lemon Mint Tea
Ingredients
- 4 cups boiling water
- 1 cup packed fresh mint leaves (you can also use 3 mint tea bags if you don’t have fresh mint)
- 2 tablespoons honey (or agave or sugar)
- juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Pour the boiling water over the mint leaves in a pitcher. Allow the water to cool to room temperature.
- Stir in the lemon juice and honey.
- Chill in the fridge until cold. Pour over ice when ready to serve.
Super refreshing!
great and refreshing! have tons of mint in our lil garden n always need ideas of what to do with it!