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Mint Lemon Verbena Iced Tea

Refreshing Mint Lemon Verbena Iced Tea for Hot Summer Days

Enjoy this Mint Lemon Verbena Iced Tea, a refreshing drink perfect for hot summer days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Herbal
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Herbal Base
  • 1 handful Fresh mint leaves Can substitute with spearmint for a different flavor.
  • 1 handful Lemon verbena Dried lemon verbena can be used if fresh isn't available.
For the Tea
  • 4 cups Water Filtered water ensures a clean taste.
  • Ice Ice Fresh ice needed for serving.
For Garnishing
  • 1 slices Lemon Optional garnish; freeze leftovers for future use.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Fine mesh strainer
  • Serving pitcher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crispy Mint Lemon Verbena Iced Tea
  1. Begin by bringing 4 cups of filtered water to a rolling boil in a medium saucepan. Remove from heat and add fresh mint leaves and lemon verbena. Stir gently and let infuse for 5 minutes.
  2. Strain the herbal mixture into a clean serving pitcher using a fine mesh strainer, pressing the herbs with a spoon to extract flavors.
  3. Allow the strained tea to cool at room temperature for a few minutes, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  4. Fill tall glasses with fresh ice cubes and pour the chilled tea over the ice.
  5. Garnish with a slice of lemon if desired and enjoy your refreshing tea.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or freeze in ice cube trays for future drinks.

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