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White Pine Needle Tea

A refreshing herbal tea that harnesses the unique flavors and health benefits of white pine needles.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: Herbal Tea
Calories: 30
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups of water
  • 1 cup of fresh white pine needles cleaned and chopped
  • 1 tablespoon of honey or to taste optional
  • 1 slice of lemon optional

Equipment

  • Teapot or saucepan
  • Strainer or tea infuser
  • Measuring cup
  • Knife for cutting needles
  • Cup for serving

Method
 

  1. Gather your fresh white pine needles, look for bright green needles with no brown spots.
  2. Rinse the pine needles gently under cold water to remove any dirt or debris, then chop them into smaller pieces.
  3. In a teapot or saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
  4. Once the water is boiling, add the chopped pine needles.
  5. Reduce the heat to a simmer and let the tea brew for about 10 minutes.
  6. After simmering, remove the teapot from heat and strain the tea using a fine mesh strainer or tea infuser.
  7. If desired, stir in honey while the tea is still warm.
  8. Pour the tea into your favorite cup and garnish with a slice of lemon if you like.

Notes

Store any extra pine needles in a cool, dry place for future use. Enjoy this comforting tea hot.