Lemon mint tea is a refreshing and fragrant drink made with fresh mint leaves, bright, citrus lemon, and hot water—perfect for any time of the day.
This easy homemade recipe is naturally caffeine-free and can be served warm or iced, offering a soothing yet zesty flavor in every sip.
If you love this combo try my mint lemonade smoothie for a cool, creamy twist.
Lemon mint tea has always been a comforting beverage for me—I grew up drinking it as a child, and it’s still one of my favorites.
In my country, we call it nane limon, and it’s a delicious drink I enjoy all year round; in the warmer months, we have pots overflowing with fresh mint from late spring to autumn, and in winter, I grab big fragrant bunches from the market.
It’s the perfect way to use up fresh mint leaves, keeping me relaxed and hydrated while I curl up with a good book and a batch of my protein raisin cookies or my spirulina chocolate chip cookies.
There’s something about wrapping my hands around a warm cup of this fragrant tea that makes me feel instantly at peace—until my cat decides my book is his new bed, and suddenly, I’m balancing tea, cookies, and a furball all at once!
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Ingredients
- Fresh mint leaves: Use any variety, but I recommend spearmint or peppermint for the best flavor.
- Lemon: Add lemon slices for a burst of citrusy brightness, once the water has cooled a bit but is still warm.
- Maple syrup (optional): Feel free to use your favorite sweetener to naturally sweeten the tea to your taste.
- Hot water: Helps release the mint and lemon flavors, creating a soothing base for the tea.
As always, you can find the full recipe with a list of ingredients with measurements in a printable recipe card at the end of this post.
How To Make Lemon Mint Tea
Step 1: In a teapot, pour hot boiling water over fresh mint leaves. Cover and let it sit for 20 minutes.
Step 2: Add sliced lemon, squeezing the edges slightly to release the juice. Add maple syrup or your preferred sweetener, stir, and serve in cups garnished with mint leaves and lemon slices, if you like.
Storage
Store leftover lemon mint tea in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. For best flavor, remove the lemon slices and mint leaves after 2 hours.
To reheat, gently warm it on the stove or enjoy it cold over ice.
Variations
- Ginger lemon mint tea: Add a few slices of fresh ginger to the boiling water for an extra zing and soothing warmth.
- Iced lemon mint tea: Chill the brewed tea in the fridge and serve over ice for a refreshing, cool treat.
- Lemon mint green tea: Brew a green tea bag along with the mint leaves for an added dose of antioxidants and a slightly earthy flavor.
Marinela's Tips
- Rinse mint leaves well: Rinse the fresh mint leaves thoroughly under cool water to remove any dirt or impurities before using them in your tea.
- Adjust sweetness: Start with a small amount of sweetener and taste-test. You can always add more if you prefer a sweeter tea.
- Chill for iced tea: To make iced lemon mint tea, let the tea cool completely before storing it in the fridge, and serve over ice for a refreshing summer drink.
- Batch preparation: To make a larger batch, simply double or triple the recipe and steep it in a larger container for the same delicious flavor.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
Yes, you can! Use 1 teaspoon of dried crushed mint leaves per cup of water. It will still give you a delicious, aromatic flavor.
Yes, you can brew the tea in advance, refrigerate it, and serve it chilled over ice for a refreshing iced version.
More Homemade Drinks
- Dye-free strawberry milk
- Goguma latte
- Green spirulina drink
- Banana coconut milkshake
- Turmeric milk
- Mint leaves smoothie
Serving Suggestions
These are my favorite treats to serve with this fresh mint lemon tea:
📖 Recipe
Lemon Mint Tea
Equipment
- 1 Tea pot or heatproof jar, pitcher, or even a small saucepan
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup fresh mint leaves lightly packed
- ½ lemon sliced
- 2 cups hot boiling water
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup or your preferred sweetener, adjust to taste
Instructions
- Pour hot boiling water over fresh mint leaves in a teapot, cover, and steep for 20 minutes.⅓ cup fresh mint leaves, 2 cups hot boiling water
- Add sliced lemon, squeeze to release juice, stir in sweetener, and serve garnished with mint and lemon slices.½ lemon, 2 teaspoons maple syrup
Notes
- Store leftover tea in the fridge for up to 2 days, in a sealed container. For the best taste, take out the lemon and mint after 2 hours.
- You can warm it on the stove or drink it cold with ice
- Wash fresh mint leaves well to remove any dirt.
- Adjust sweetness by starting with a small amount of sweetener and adding more to taste.
- For iced tea, let the tea cool, refrigerate, and serve over ice.
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Double or triple the recipe and steep in a larger container for a bigger batch.
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