Spicy Mint Tea Recipe

Spice up your life with this sassy, refreshing Spicy Mint Tea! A delightful blend of invigorating mint, warming cinnamon, and a subtle kick of cayenne pepper, this recipe is perfect for a cool evening or an afternoon pick-me-up. Experiment with different fresh mints – chocolate mint is especially delicious! Easy to make and incredibly flavorful, this unique tea recipe is sure to become a new favorite.

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 125 mins

Calories 403.2 kcal

Protein 0g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Spicy Mint Tea

Orange Pekoe Tea Bag
Mint Sprigs
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Boiling Water
White Sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 cinnamon stick
Lemons

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How to Make Spicy Mint Tea

Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a saucepan.
Steep 1 tea bag (any black tea works well), 6 stems of fresh mint (or a mix of mints!), and 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper in the boiling water. Let steep for 5-7 minutes.
Remove the tea bag, mint stems, and cayenne pepper using a fine-mesh strainer.
Stir in 2 tablespoons of sugar (or to taste), 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and 1 cinnamon stick into the strained tea.
Refrigerate the mixture for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
When ready to serve, remove the cinnamon stick.
Dilute the chilled tea mixture with 2 cups of cold water.
Serve over ice in tall glasses. Garnish with a fresh mint sprig and a lemon wedge.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

406g

Fat

Carbs

34g

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Time To Make Course Preparation For 1 Or 2 Beverages Easy Dietary Number Of Servings 4 Hours Or Less

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Spicy Mint Tea?

Spicy Mint Tea takes about 135 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 125 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Spicy Mint Tea?

Spicy Mint Tea has approximately 403.2 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 34 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Spicy Mint Tea?

The key ingredients for Spicy Mint Tea are Orange Pekoe Tea Bag, Mint Sprigs, Cayenne Pepper, Boiling Water, White Sugar, Lemon Juice. See the full list with measurements above.