Lemon Mint Tea Recipe (Hot or Iced)

Water: The base of the tea, used to steep the tea bags and mint leaves.

Lemon juice: Adds a tangy and refreshing flavor to the tea.

Honey: Sweetens the tea naturally, balancing the tartness of the lemon juice.

Fresh mint: Provides a refreshing and aromatic flavor to the tea.

Green tea bags: The main ingredient that gives the tea its characteristic flavor and health benefits.

To enhance the flavor of your lemon mint tea, gently bruise the mint leaves before adding them to the teapot. This releases their essential oils, giving your tea a more robust and aromatic minty taste.

• water - Substitute with coconut water: Adds a subtle sweetness and extra electrolytes.

• freshly squeezed lemon juice - Substitute with lime juice: Provides a similar tartness and citrus flavor.

• honey - Substitute with agave syrup: Offers a similar sweetness and is a good vegan alternative.

• fresh mint - Substitute with basil leaves: Adds a different but complementary herbal note.

• green tea - Substitute with black tea: Provides a stronger flavor and more caffeine.

• Allow the lemon mint tea to cool to room temperature before storing. This prevents condensation, which can dilute the flavor.

• Transfer the cooled tea into an airtight container or a glass jar with a tight-fitting lid. This helps maintain the freshness and prevents any unwanted odors from seeping in.

• If you prefer to store the tea in the refrigerator, it can be kept for up to 5 days. Simply pour the tea into a pitcher and place it in the fridge. Make sure to give it a good stir before serving to redistribute the lemon juice and honey.

• For freezing, pour the cooled tea into ice cube trays. Once frozen, transfer the tea cubes into a freezer-safe bag or container. This method is perfect for making iced tea on demand; just pop a few cubes into a glass and pour cold water over them.

• When reheating stored tea, avoid using the microwave as it can alter the flavor. Instead, gently reheat the tea on the stovetop over low heat until warm. If you prefer it cold, simply serve it over ice.

• To maintain the vibrant flavor of the mint leaves, consider adding a few fresh leaves to the tea just before serving, whether hot or iced. This will enhance the aroma and taste, giving you that freshly brewed feel.

• If you find the tea has lost some of its sweetness after storing, feel free to add a touch more honey or lemon juice to adjust the flavor to your liking.

• Kettle: Used to boil the water needed for the tea.

• Teapot: Holds the tea bags and mint leaves while the tea steeps.

• Measuring spoons: Measures the exact amount of lemon juice and honey.

• Spoon: Used to stir in the lemon juice and honey.

• Strainer: Optional, to remove any small mint leaf particles if desired.

• Serving cups: For serving the hot tea.

• Pitcher: If making iced tea, to hold the tea while it cools.

• Ice tray: For making ice cubes if serving the tea iced.

Boil water in advance: Boil water ahead of time and store it in a thermos to save time when making tea.

Pre-squeeze lemon juice: Squeeze lemon juice in bulk and store it in the fridge for quick access.

Use a tea infuser: Replace tea bags with a tea infuser to easily remove mint leaves and tea after steeping.

Make a large batch: Prepare a larger quantity of lemon mint tea and store it in the fridge for quick access to iced tea.

Pre-measure ingredients: Measure out honey and other ingredients in advance to streamline the process.