The Best Herbal Tea Recipe for Energy
With green tea for a caffeine boost, hibiscus and orange peel for a tart and tangy flavor, peppermint for a refreshing twist, and ashwagandha root for balance, this delicious tea is naturally energizing.
Equipment
- 1 Tea Infuser
Ingredients
- 3 TBSP Green Tea Leaves
- 2 TBSP Orange Peel
- 3 TBSP Hibiscus
- 1 TBSP Peppermint
- 2 TBSP Ashwagandha Root
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine all the dried herbs and stir to mix well. Store this loose-leaf tea in your half-pint jar.
- Measure out 2 tablespoons of the herbal tea blend and place it in a tea strainer or infuser.
- Bring 1.5 cups of water to a boil. Always use hot water that has been brought to a boil and then allowed to cool slightly. This ensures that the tea is brewed properly and that the flavors and properties of the herbs are extracted. Water that is too hot can damage the delicate compounds in the herbs, and water that is too cool may not extract all of the beneficial properties.
- Place the tea strainer or infuser in a mug and pour the hot water over it.
- Allow the tea to steep for 5-7 minutes. Always cover your mug when steeping to maintain all the herbal benefits.
- Remove the tea strainer or infuser from the mug and discard or compost the used herbs.
- You can add honey or lemon juice if you like.
- Enjoy your energy tea hot or on ice.
Notes
If you are trying to reduce caffeine, simply omit the green tea. This blend will still be energizing without it!