Rosemary Mint Tea

Rosemary mint tea, steeped in antioxidant-rich tradition, may be a key to longevity and heart health, mirroring the herbal practices of the world's oldest populations. Simple, common ingredients create a refreshingly healthful, caffeine-free beverage that's easy to incorporate into daily life.

This is the perfect combination of savory and sweet, and I find the two herbs compliment each other wonderfully. Great hot or iced!

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The inspiration for this tea came from studies on the longest lived populations in the world, and their lifestyle habits. Among many other daily habits, they often partake in tea made from herbs they grow in their own gardens - like rosemary and oregano. Herbs and spices have more antioxidants than most other fruits or vegetables (which is why it's good to use lots of them whenever you can!). It's thought this may contribute to their lower blood pressures and overall health, despite often living well into their 90s and 100s.

Now, don't get me wrong. I'm not saying this little cup of tea is going to magically make your high blood pressure go away. But what I am saying is that this MIGHT help. And no matter what it's tasty and relaxing - which IS good for your blood pressure! Be sure to check out some of my other tips for lowering your blood pressure.

In a world where we are flooded with artificial stimulants and constant demands on our attention, reclaiming moments of tranquility with a cup of herbal tea is a priceless and empowering habit.

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• Health Benefits of Rosemary and Mint
• Ingredients
• Instructions
• Variations
• Equipment
• Storage
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• Food safety

Health Benefits of Rosemary and Mint

Rosemary, a perennial herb with fragrant, needle-like leaves, is well-regarded for its dynamic range of health benefits. The plant boasts a rich history in both culinary and medicinal contexts, valued for its robust flavor and its wealth of bioactive compounds. Rosemary is particularly celebrated for its high level of antioxidants. Antioxidants play a significant role in protecting the heart by limiting oxidative stress and inflammation, which are risk factors for heart disease.

Mint, in its refreshing splendor, is known to promote relaxation of blood vessels, which can reduce blood pressure and ease the workload on the heart. Meanwhile, rosemary has been associated with improved circulation and is believed to contribute to the integrity of blood vessels. Both herbs also contain compounds that may assist in regulating cholesterol levels, a key factor in maintaining cardiovascular health.

Ingredients

You just need two dried herbs from your pantry, and I bet you have them already.

• Dried rosemary
• Dried Mint
• Water

See recipe card for quantities.

Instructions

Making this rosemary tea is straight forward, and not any different than other teas.

Hint: It's important to be able to strain the loose tea out before you drink it. I like to use either a metal tea ball filter, or a reusable loose tea bag (affiliate links) to make it easier.

Variations

Herbal tea can really be made to suit your tastes. Here are some options you might like.

• Rosemary - make straight rosemary tea by leaving out the mint, and doubling the rosemary
• Oregano - use oregano instead of rosemary
• Clove - add a single clove to the tea while it's steeping

You might also like to try this rosemary mint tea iced! For that, simply refrigerate after steeping, until cold, or pour over ice.

Equipment

You don't need much for making tea. I mean, you can even microwave your water in a mug if you want (without the tea ball in it!), and you won't even need the pot or tea kettle.

I do, however, recommend having either a metal tea ball filter, or a reusable loose tea bag (affiliate links) to make it easier to strain. If you don't have either of those options, you can pour the tea through a colander lined with a coffee filter or cheese cloth before you drink it.

Storage

You can refrigerate this tea for up to a week, and it's quite easily scaled up.

FAQ

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Pairing

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Food safety

Safety is our top priority in the kitchen! Always keep these tips in mind.

• Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
• Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
• Wash hands before touching food, and after touching raw meat, your hair, face, pets, etc.
• Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for longer than 2 hours (or 1 hour if the weather is hot)
• Never leave cooking food unattended
• Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

See more guidelines at USDA.gov.