Ingredients: Peppermint, spearmint, & apple mint

This uplifting tea blend of peppermint, spearmint, and apple mint inspires us to approach our personal and community growth from a joyous place, and to not be afraid to take up space. These mints are notorious “spreaders” in the garden, constantly showing up again in spots from which they’ve been removed. Reminding us to continue showing up and standing up for _____, mints also provide the relaxation needed to take a break, dream, recenter, and act from a grounded place.

Peppermint and spearmint are abundant in the gardens at the front of the main house, and are often grabbed by Metta Earth team members and tossed fresh into a mug of hot water for a lovely, quick cup of tea to enjoy on the porch. Apple mint grows in the Puja Garden alongside St. John’s wort, anise hyssop, and other neighbors.

To make a cup of tea, heat water on a stovetop until just before it reaches a boil. Pour hot water into your drinking vessel of choice and infuse 1 tablespoon of Mint Medley Tea via a loose-leaf strainer, or strain the plant matter out after steeping for at least 15 minutes. Be sure to cover your mug while tea is steeping so that none of the aromatic goodness escapes.

Uplifting, energizing, relaxing