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Expectorant Tea

A delightful blend of soothing herbs that support respiratory health and ease congestion.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: Herbal
Calories: 30

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon dried peppermint
  • 1 tablespoon dried ginger or 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
  • 1 tablespoon honey optional
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice optional

Equipment

  • Teapot or saucepan
  • Strainer or tea infuser
  • cup or mug
  • Measuring spoons
  • Stirring spoon

Method
 

  1. Start by bringing 2 cups of water to a boil in a teapot or saucepan.
  2. Once boiling, remove the pot from heat and add the dried thyme, peppermint, and ginger.
  3. Cover the pot and let the mixture steep for about 10 minutes.
  4. After steeping, strain the tea into a cup or mug using a fine mesh strainer or tea infuser.
  5. If desired, stir in honey and lemon juice to taste.
  6. Take a sip and adjust the sweetness or acidity as needed.
  7. Serve the tea warm and enjoy.
  8. If you have any leftover tea, store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

Notes

This tea is great for respiratory health and can be customized to suit your taste preferences.