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Starbucks Honey Citrus Mint Tea

A refreshing copycat of Starbucks seasonal honey citrus mint tea combining chamomile tea, honey, fresh lemon juice, and mint.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 85
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 bag chamomile tea or herbal citrus blend
  • 8 ounces hot water just off boil
  • 1 tablespoon raw honey
  • 4 to 5 fresh mint leaves
  • 1/2 lemon squeezed for juice (about 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice)
  • Handful of ice cubes for iced version
  • Lemon wheel or slice for garnish, optional

Equipment

  • 8-ounce to 12-ounce cup or mug
  • Hot water kettle or pot
  • Teaspoon for measuring and stirring
  • Tall glass (for iced version)
  • Ice cubes (for iced version)
  • Stirring spoon or bar spoon

Method
 

  1. Bring fresh water to just off a boil (around 200 to 212°F) in a kettle or pot.
  2. Place the chamomile tea bag in a heat-safe mug or cup (or a tall glass if making iced).
  3. Pour hot water over the tea bag, filling the vessel about three-quarters full.
  4. Steep the tea bag for exactly 3 minutes to avoid bitterness.
  5. Remove the tea bag by spoon and gently squeeze it against the side to extract the last drops.
  6. Stir in raw honey for 15 to 20 seconds until fully dissolved.
  7. Lightly bruise the mint leaves between your fingers and add them to the tea.
  8. Squeeze fresh lemon juice into the tea and stir to combine.
  9. For the iced version, fill a tall glass with ice cubes, pour the tea mixture over ice, stir gently, and garnish with a lemon wheel.

Notes

Serve hot immediately or chill the brewed tea and serve over ice with mint and lemon garnish for up to 3 days.