Christie C. As the flowers begin to bloom in my area, I wait patiently for the lavender to come to life. Lavender is not only a precious color, but it also has a beautiful aroma. Its scent and flavor can all be captured in a cup of sweet lavender tea. The added mint makes it especially lovely.
“Sometimes I tie your words in linen with a little lavender and mint and use them as a poultice for my weary old heart.” ―
Duchess Goldblatt
Why You’ll Love This Lavender Mint Tea Recipe
- Only 4 ingredients
- Easy to brew
- Vegetarian friendly
- Vegan friendly
- Soothing and delicious mint and floral taste
Inspiration for Lavender Mint Tea Recipe
My garden was slightly overrun with spearmint this season, and I really needed to find a use for the mint as it grew along my fence. I had so much that I started experimenting with the plant, and I ended up throwing a few of its leaves into my lavender tea. Since this is a loose tea, you might want to purchase or create your own tea bags to make the brewing process easier.
It was unexpectedly delicious. Lavender tea is good on its own, but the addition of mint truly spiced it up, especially with a generous spoonful of wildflower honey. Since this tea is an herbal infusion, the floral flavors can be a bit strong. For the best taste, add some honey, preferably one with a nice flavor profile.
Honey Matters
Did you know that honeys can vary in flavor depending on what kind of nectar the bees collect? You can alter the flavor of your tea simply by experimenting with honey flavors. I like to use wildflower honey for its sweet, earthy, and fruity notes; it’s my go to honey because it is widely available where I live. However, when I get the opportunity, I prefer goldenrod honey for its “butterscotch” and spicy notes.
If strong flavors are not your favorite, try milder honeys such as orange blossom (sweet and citrusy) or clover (sweet and delicate).
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Special Tools and Equipment
- Hot water kettle
- Tea pot or mug
- Mesh strainer
Lavender Mint Tea
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp (10-15g) dried lavender flowers
- 1 small sprig fresh mint leaves
- 2 cups (400ml) water
- honey, agave nectar, maple syrup, or sweetener of your choice to taste
Instructions
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Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a hot water kettle.
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Once boiling, remove the kettle from heat and add the dried lavender flowers and the mint to the water.
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Cover the kettle and let the lavender and mint steep for about 5-7 minutes, depending on how strong you like your tea.
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Strain the tea into your cup or teapot to remove the lavender flowers and mint.
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Add honey or your favorite sweetener to taste. Serve.
