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Mullein Tea

A soothing herbal tea made from dried mullein leaves steeped in hot water. This caffeine-free beverage has a mild, slightly sweet flavor with earthy undertones and takes less than 10 minutes to prepare.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 9 minutes
Servings: 1 cup
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: Herbal, Traditional
Calories: 2
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 to 1.5 teaspoons dried mullein leaves
  • 8 to 10 ounces water freshly boiled
  • 1 teaspoon honey optional, for sweetness
  • 1 squeeze lemon juice optional, for brightness

Equipment

  • Kettle or small pot for heating water
  • 8-12 ounce mug or teacup
  • Tea infuser, strainer, or fine mesh sieve
  • Spoon for stirring

Method
 

  1. Start with 1 to 1.5 teaspoons of dried mullein leaves per cup of tea. If harvesting your own, ensure leaves are completely dried and stored in an airtight container away from light.
  2. Fill kettle with 8 to 10 ounces of filtered or spring water and bring to a rolling boil.
  3. Place dried mullein leaves into a tea infuser, strainer, or empty tea bag to prevent loose leaf fragments from floating in the finished tea.
  4. Once water reaches a rolling boil, carefully pour it over the mullein leaves in your infuser or directly into your mug if using a strainer.
  5. Allow the tea to steep undisturbed for 5 to 7 minutes. A shorter steep (5 minutes) produces a lighter cup, while 7 minutes creates a deeper, more robust flavor.
  6. Carefully lift out your tea infuser or pour the liquid through a fine mesh strainer into your mug to ensure no loose leaves remain.
  7. If desired, stir in 1 teaspoon of honey or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice to complement the earthy notes.
  8. Wait 1 to 2 minutes for the tea to cool to a drinkable temperature, then sip slowly and savor.

Notes

Source high-quality dried mullein from reputable herbal suppliers for best flavor. Store dried mullein in a cool, dark place in an airtight container to preserve flavor for up to a year. Brewed tea can be refrigerated for up to 48 hours or frozen in ice cube trays for up to 3 months. Pregnant and nursing women should consult their healthcare provider before regular consumption.