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    How to Make Thyme Tea

    Published: Feb 27, 2023 by Radwa ·

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    Thyme tea is a comforting herbal tea made with just 2 simple ingredients (fresh thyme leaves and hot water) in less than 5 minutes!

    Thyme Tea with fresh Thyme sprig in the background

    Thyme Tea

    I love to have this soothing cup of tea for my afternoon tea time. Simply adding fresh thyme to water that has been brought to a boil. Super easy, right?

    I usually use homegrown thyme from my garden to make this delicious herbal tea. Thyme Tea tastes like a mix of fresh, floral, and earthy notes.

    For me, this herbal tea is so important, especially during the winter. Not only does this tea taste wonderful, but it also has a wonderfully calming and comforting effect on the body and mind.

    Thyme Tea with fresh Thyme sprig in the background.

    Why I Love This Recipe

    • It is quick and easy to prepare.
    • This tea is restorative and delicious! Store it for quite some time, and only get a cup or two when you want to, and the rest can be stored well in the fridge.
    • If you are a tea drinker, having this tea at home will give your collection another undeniably good tea flavor, thus expanding your sorts of tea.
    • It can be served for breakfast, at teat time or at night.
    • It is a popular herb that is easy to find in any supermarket.

    Ingredients

    Note: This is an overview of the ingredients. See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.

    Fresh Thyme. I actually prefer fresh thyme to make this tea because it produces a mild flavour and strong aroma.

    Boiling Water. Fresh thyme will not be able to produce its wonderful flavors without the help of boiling water.

    “See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.”

    How To Make Thyme Tea?

    One: Coarsely chop the thyme sprigs and then place them into a tea infuser, or simply add 2-3 sprigs of the fresh thyme to the tea cup.

    Two: Put the infuser into a teacup and pour the boiling water over it; cover with a small plate and let it steep for about 3-5 minutes.

    Thyme Tea with fresh Thyme sprig in the background.

    Top Tips!

    • Drinking this tea when it is too hot will not allow you to taste the full flavor of thyme since all you can feel is the heat of the water. Thus, it is best to leave the tea for a few minutes until it cools down a bit before you take your first sip.
    • 2 to 3 sprigs of thyme is my recommended amount of thyme for a cup. However, you can be as generous as to add 4 to 5 thyme springs into the water. It will give you a more prominent and flavorful taste depending on your preference.
    • You may serve this tea cold. Just pour it into a tall glass and add some ice cubes. You may then add slices of apples or peaches for a refreshing afternoon drink.

    Serving Suggestions

    Personally, I like to serve this herbal tea with Apple Curd Tart or Puff Pastry Strawberry Tart.

    If you love a more luscious, sweet dessert for this tea, you can serve it with Blueberry Custard Tart or Madeira Loaf Cake. The choices of what to pair your tea with are endless.

    Thyme Tea with fresh Thyme sprig in the background.

    Storage

    If you plan to prepare a large amount of this drink, store it in an air-tight jar or pitcher and refrigerate it when you already want a cup or glass of it.

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    Thyme Tea in a cup and a few springs of fresh thyme are in the background.
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    5 from 5 votes

    How To Make Thyme Tea

    Thyme tea is a comforting herbal tea made with just 2 simple ingredients (fresh thyme leaves and hot water) in less than 5 minutes!
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American
    Diet Vegan Diet
    Prep Time 1 minute minute
    Cook Time 3 minutes minutes
    Total Time 4 minutes minutes
    Servings 2 cups
    Calories 2kcal
    Author Radwa

    Equipment

    • Kettle
    • Cup

    Ingredients

    • 3 sprigs fresh thyme
    • 2 cups boiling water

    Instructions

    • Coarsely chop the thyme sprigs and then place them into a tea infuser, or simply add 2-3 sprigs of the fresh thyme to the tea cup.
      3 sprigs fresh thyme, 2 cups boiling water
    • Put the infuser into a teacup and pour the boiling water over it; cover with a small plate and let it steep for about 3-5 minutes.

    Notes

    • Drinking this tea when it is too hot will not allow you to taste the full flavor of thyme. Thus, it is best to leave the tea for a few minutes until it cools down a bit before you take your first sip.
    • You may serve this tea cold. Just pour it into a tall glass and add some ice cubes. 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 2kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.4g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.03g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 0.1mg | Potassium: 9mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 71IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 0.3mg
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    About Radwa

    Hi, I am Radwa! I've always been fond of food—seriously, it's my love language. I share my tried-and-true recipes and provide easy, step-by-step recipes that anyone can follow.

    Comments

    1. Ann says

      February 27, 2023 at 8:03 pm

      5 stars
      Is thyme a member of the mint family?

      Reply
      • Radwa says

        February 27, 2023 at 8:04 pm

        Yes, it is.

        Reply
    2. Michele says

      February 27, 2023 at 8:02 pm

      5 stars
      I used to take thyme supplements. However, I stopped when I started making this tea.

      Reply
    3. Martin says

      July 29, 2022 at 3:08 pm

      5 stars
      I liked this recipe, It is a delicious and perfect substitute for red tea.

      Reply
    4. Erika says

      July 29, 2022 at 3:03 pm

      5 stars
      Healthy and calming tea!

      Reply
    5 from 5 votes (1 rating without comment)

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