Citrus-Herb Infusion with Tangerine Peel

Name: Citrus-Herb Infusion with Tangerine Peel
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: General
Ingredients: 1, peel (zest only, avoiding white pith) tangerine; 2 sprigs fresh mint; 2 sprigs fresh basil; 1 cup (240ml) boiling water; 1 tbsp (optional) honey; 1/2 cup (120ml) cold water

A soothing, aromatic beverage featuring tangerine peel's natural bitterness paired with fresh mint and basil.

Cuisine: General

Category: Cocktails & Drinks

Prep: 5 minutes. Cook: 10 minutes.

Serves 1.

Ingredients

1, peel (zest only, avoiding white pith) tangerine
2 sprigs fresh mint
2 sprigs fresh basil
1 cup (240ml) boiling water
1 tbsp (optional) honey
1/2 cup (120ml) cold water

Instructions

Step 1: Place 1 tangerine peel (zest only, avoiding white pith) and 2 sprigs fresh mint and 2 sprigs fresh basil in a heatproof glass.
Step 2: Pour 1 cup (240ml) boiling water over the herbs and peel, cover, and steep for 10 minutes.
Step 3: Strain the infusion into a serving glass, discarding herbs and peel; stir in 1 tbsp honey if desired.
Step 4: Add 1/2 cup (120ml) cold water to cool slightly and serve warm or chilled.