Top Shelf Tea
Elevate your tea time with this luxurious "Top Shelf Tea" recipe, a soothing blend of high-quality loose-leaf black tea, raw honey, and vibrant accents of fresh lemon, mint, and cinnamon. Crafted to perfection, this indulgent brew combines simplicity with sophistication, delivering bold, well-rounded flavors in just 10 minutes. Each sip is a sensory experience, enhanced by the warmth of a cinnamon stick and the natural sweetness of honey, balanced with the refreshing zest of citrus and cooling mint. Perfect for cozy mornings or as an afternoon pick-me-up, this aromatic tea pairs beautifully with light snacks or pastries. Enjoy the ultimate cup of comfort with this recipe for tea lovers who appreciate a refined yet unpretentious brew.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons high-quality loose-leaf black tea
- 12 ounces filtered water
- 1 tablespoon raw honey
- 1 slice lemon
- 2 leaves fresh mint leaves
- 1 stick cinnamon stick
Instructions
Bring 12 ounces of filtered water to a boil in a kettle or saucepan.
Place 2 teaspoons of high-quality loose-leaf black tea into a tea infuser or strainer.
Once the water has reached a boil, pour it over the loose-leaf tea in a heatproof mug or teapot.
Let the tea steep for 3-5 minutes, depending on your desired strength.
While the tea steeps, add 1 tablespoon of raw honey to your serving mug.
Carefully remove the tea infuser or strain the loose leaves from the brewed tea and pour it into the mug with the honey.
Stir until the honey is fully dissolved.
Add a slice of fresh lemon and two torn mint leaves to the tea for an added layer of flavor.
Finish with a small cinnamon stick immersed in the tea for a subtle, spiced aroma.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Top Shelf Tea hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
84 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.0 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.2 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 30 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 24 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
