When the strawberry season is in full swing, it’s time to celebrate with strawberry mint tea. This refreshing and sweet mocktail recipe can be served at a summer party or enjoyed on your porch on a hot day.
The strawberry flavor is naturally extracted from fresh strawberries, then mixed together with the natural sweetness of mint leaves. It’s also delicious when paired with ice and lemons!
Ingredients
You don’t need any special equipment! All you’ll need are these ingredients: Fresh Mint Leaves, Honey (or sugar), Strawberries, and lots of water!
How to make a cup of strawberry mint tea
- Fill a pot with water, and bring it to boil for fifteen minutes
- Add the mint leaves and strawberry slices to the boiled water. Let them steep for about 12 minutes
- Strain out the strawberry pieces and mint leaves by pouring them into a cup or strainer to catch the liquid that is strained through
- Add honey as desired (about one tablespoon). Enjoy!
- Optional: add ice cubes to your glass for an extra refreshing summer beverage.
The benefits of drinking strawberry mint tea
This type of tea can be used as part of your weight loss plan because it contains fewer calories than other types of teas.
Strawberries contain vitamin C which helps your immune system stay strong and fight off illness more effectively.
You may also experience relief from an upset stomach. Mint is known for its soothing effects, so strawberry mint tea can help to alleviate gas and bloating.
If you’re struggling with sleep patterns, have no fear; drinking this beverage an hour before bed can help you to relax and fall asleep. The aroma of this tea is calming and soothing, making it perfect for bedtime
The aroma of this tea is calming and soothing,making it
perfect for bedtime
Drinking this type of tea may aid in digestion issues such as gas production -This type of tea has natural antibacterial benefits which makes it great at cleansing your mouth and gums when consumed daily.
You can use strawberry mint tea as a substitute when pregnant instead of drinking fluids like coffee or alcohol, in order to keep up with your fluid intake and stay hydrated.
Other ways to enjoy this refreshing drink
Mix strawberry mint tea with other fruits such as pineapple, mango, or blackberries.
Add a small amount of lemon juice to the strawberry mixture for an extra tangy flavor and tartness.
Mix strawberry mint with coconut water and ice cubes for an iced strawberry drink.Yum! Snack time is now over.
Add strawberry, watermelon, and raspberry for a summery sangria-like drink.
Add strawberry mint to your green tea for a sweeter taste.
Bottomline
We hope you enjoy strawberry mint tea as much as we do at home and in the bakery! If so, please share this article with others who might be interested. Happy sipping!