Tea and drinks · North African-inspired
Fresh Mint Tea with Honey and Orange Blossom
A fragrant fresh mint tea lightly sweetened with honey and just enough orange blossom water, served hot or iced.
Jump to recipe5 min prep · 8 min cook
The recipe
Fresh Mint Tea with Honey and Orange Blossom
4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- 2 packed cups fresh mint sprigs, plus more to serve
- 2 teaspoons loose green tea or 2 green tea bags
- 2 to 3 tablespoons honey, to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon culinary orange blossom water
- 4 thin orange slices, optional
Instructions
- Bring the water just to a boil, then let it stand for 1 minute so it does not scorch the green tea.
- Put the mint and green tea in a heatproof pot. Pour over the hot water, cover, and steep for 4 minutes.
- Strain into cups or a clean pot. Stir in the honey while warm, then add the orange blossom water a few drops at a time.
- Taste before adding more orange blossom water; it should smell floral without tasting perfumed. Serve with fresh mint and an orange slice.
Cook’s notes
- For iced tea, double the mint, cool the strained tea, and pour it over plenty of ice.
- For a vegan version, replace honey with maple syrup or simple syrup.
Storage and reheating
Refrigerate strained tea for up to 3 days. Add fresh mint only when serving, since steeped leaves can become bitter.
Frequently asked questions
How much orange blossom water should I use?
Start with 1/4 teaspoon for four cups. Brands differ significantly, so taste before adding more.
Can I omit the green tea?
Yes. Steep the mint for 6 to 8 minutes for a caffeine-free herbal infusion.