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Steaming thyme tea in a clear glass mug, garnished with a fresh thyme sprig and lemon slice

Thyme Tea (Fresh or Dried)

A fragrant, minty-earthy herbal infusion made from thyme leaves—rich in antioxidants and long celebrated for soothing coughs, calming digestion, and boosting immunity. Easy to brew in minutes, delicious hot or iced, and naturally caffeine-free.

  • Total Time: 8–13 minutes
  • Yield: 2 cups 1x

Ingredients

Scale

  • For 2 cups (480 ml) hot tea

    • 2 cups (480 ml) water

    • 2–3 fresh thyme sprigs or 1 Tbsp dried thyme leaves

    • 1–2 tsp honey, agave, or sugar (optional)

    • 2 lemon wheels or a squeeze of fresh lemon (optional)

Instructions

  1. Boil water – Bring the water to a gentle boil in a small saucepan or kettle.

  2. Steep thyme – Remove from heat, add thyme, cover, and let steep 5 minutes for mild flavor or up to 10 minutes for a stronger brew.

  3. Strain – Pour through a fine-mesh strainer into mugs to remove the leaves.

  4. Sweeten & brighten – Stir in honey or your preferred sweetener and a squeeze of lemon if desired. Serve immediately.
      Iced version: Cool to room temperature, refrigerate 1 hour, then serve over ice with lemon slices.

Notes

  • Potential Benefits: May ease coughs and sore throats, support digestion, provide antioxidants (thymol, carvacrol), and offer mild antimicrobial properties.

  • Possible Side Effects: Large amounts can upset the stomach or lower blood pressure; avoid medicinal doses during pregnancy; those allergic to thyme/oregano should use caution; may interact with blood-thinning medications.

  • Flavor twists: Add a slice of ginger for warmth, or mix equal parts thyme tea and apple juice for a fall-inspired mocktail.

  • Storage: Refrigerate leftover tea (without lemon) up to 3 days; reheat gently or enjoy chilled.

  • Author: ANA ARMAS
  • Prep Time: 3 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5–10 minutes
  • Category: Beverage / Wellness Drink
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean / Herbal Tea

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240 ml)
  • Calories: 3 kcal
  • Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 0.6 g
  • Protein: 0 g