Oregano leaf herbal tea

A fragrant herbal drink made from oregano leaves, offering a simple and enjoyable way to incorporate beneficial plant compounds into your daily routine. The tea is naturally caffeine-free and can be customized with honey or lemon.

Equipment

• tea infuser
• tea strainer
• heat-safe cup

Ingredients

• 1 cup fresh water
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves or 1 tablespoon fresh oregano leaves
• Optional: 1 teaspoon honey
• Optional: Fresh lemon juice to taste

Instructions

1. Bring 1 cup of water to a rolling boil.
2. Place the dried oregano or fresh oregano leaves into a tea infuser, tea strainer, or heat-safe cup.
3. Pour the hot water over the oregano leaves.
4. Allow the tea to steep for 5–10 minutes, depending on how strong you prefer the flavor.
5. Strain the leaves from the tea.
6. Add honey and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice if desired.
7. Serve warm and enjoy.

Notes

For a stronger herbal flavor, steep closer to 10 minutes. Fresh oregano provides a brighter taste, while dried oregano creates a deeper, more concentrated infusion. This tea is naturally caffeine-free.