How Do You Make Catmint Tea

To make catnip tea, mix 2 teaspoons of dried catnip leaves or flowers with 1 cup of boiling water. Add lemon juice and honey, stir, and let cool for several minutes. Many people prefer a steeping time of about 10 to 15 minutes. Catnip tea has a woodsy, almost grassy taste.

How do you dry catmint for tea?

To dry the catnip, bundle small groups of stalks together and loosely place them upside down in clean paper bags. Hang the bags in a dark, dry place until the plants inside have dried completely. Depending on the temperature of your drying area, this process can take just a couple of weeks to about a month.

How do you use fresh catmint?

Catmint can be used fresh, dried, or frozen for both culinary and herbal use. Harvest leaves as flowers begin to bloom, cutting the top leaves, stems, and flowers if desired. Spread out to dry in a cool, ventilated area and store the dried herb in an airtight container or bag to preserve its potency.