Gunpowder-Mint Tea

The delicate taste of of green tea is given a light, minty aftertaste in this deliciousdrink, which is a traditional favorite in Morocco.

• Ready In: 7 mins
• Serves: 1
• Yields: 1 cup

Ingredients

• 1  teaspoon  loose gunpowder  green tea or 1  tea bag
• 1⁄8 teaspoon  mint extract or 1  teaspoon of fresh mint or 1  teaspoon dried mint
• 1  teaspoon sugar (optional)
• 3⁄4 cup water
•  fresh mint sprig, for garnish

Directions

1. Place the tea, mint extract or mint leaves, and sugar, if desired, in a teapot. heat the water to a boil and pour the water into the teapot. Let the tea brew for 3 to 5 minutes, depending on your taste. Strain or pour the tea into a cup. Garnish with a fresh mint sprig.
2. NOTE: You can also mix fresh or dried mint leaves with the Gunpowder tea before brewing--1/2 teaspoon of each works best. Then omit the mint extract from the recipe.