¼ teaspoon cinnamon or a small cinnamon stick during simmering.
3. Bay Leaf & Mint Tea
Add several fresh mint leaves after removing the tea from the heat. Steep for 3–5 minutes.
4. Iced Bay Leaf Tea
Prepare the basic recipe, cool it, refrigerate, and serve over ice with lemon and mint.
5. Golden Bay Leaf Tea
Add a small pinch of turmeric and black pepper for a warm, earthy variation. This is a flavor variation—not evidence that the drink treats inflammation.
Safety Notes
Bay leaves used in normal culinary
