Garden Herb Iced Tea Infusion

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-06 · Updated 2026-04-06

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A revitalizing tea that absorbs the essence of fresh garden herbs, perfect for sipping on a warm afternoon. This recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, brings together fresh mint leaves, fresh lemon balm leaves, water for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 65 calories and feeds 4, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Cocktails cuisine 65 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
2 tbsp fresh lemon balm leaves
2 cups water
2 tbsp honey
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 cup ice cubes

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Instructions

Step 1: In a small saucepan, combine 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, 2 tbsp fresh lemon balm leaves, and 2 cups water. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat for 5 minutes, then remove from heat and let steep for 10 minutes until the liquid turns a pale green hue.
Step 2: Strain the liquid through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher, pressing gently on the herbs to extract all flavor. Discard solids, then stir in 2 tbsp honey and 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice until fully dissolved.
Step 3: Refrigerate the tea for at least 2 hours to chill completely, then pour over 1 cup ice cubes in glasses. Serve immediately for a refreshing, herb-infused sip.