Instant Cooling Peppermint Tea

When temperatures are blazing we start looking for any possible way to cool down.  Peppermint iced tea provides a double chilling effect.  Not only is it cool in temperature, but our bodies translate peppermint to feel cold.  Thus when you pair peppermint and ice you’ve got a tea that will drop your core temperature and your perception of the heat in just a few seconds.  The recipe below is to make a single serving.  To make a pitcher, use 10 or so bags.  Also no need to add to the heat by boiling water.  You can let this recipe steep in the sun.

Ingredients:

2  Peppermint Tea Bags

350 mL of hot water

Directions:

Steep for 8 minutes.  Remove tea bags and add equal amount of ice cubes.  Enjoy.