How to Make Moroccan Mint Tea

Moroccan Mint Tea is traditionally a drink of hospitality. And it should be! It is a sweet and strong tea served usually with sweets to guests and others alike. In the summer time this also makes a great ice tea.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• 5 cups of boiling water
• A fresh bunch of mint leaves
• 1 tablespoon of loose green tea (otherwise known as gunpowder tea)
• 4 tablespoons sugar

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   moroccan tea pot

   Preparing the Ingredients: Boil your 5 cups of water. While the water is boiling wash your mint and place it in your serving pot. Also place in the pot the green tea a.k.a. gunpowder tea. Measure out your sugar and place it in the pot as well.

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   moroccan tea cup

   Once the water has boiled pour it into the teapot with the mint, green tea, and sugar. Let the mint tea steep for 5 minutes. The tea will get progressively stronger so make sure you don't wait long to serve it. Traditionally Moroccan mint tea is served in styled tea cups as show in the picture.

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   To store the tea, make sure you sift the green tea and mint out so the Moroccan tea does not turn bitter. You can serve over ice, or reheat on very low heat. Enjoy!

Tips & Warnings

• Make sure you have a pot holder in hand when you are ready to pour the tea!