Bay Leaf Tea Recipe
Bay leaf tea is an exotic brew that tastes like cinnamon and cloves. Here, I’m making the tea with West Indian bay leaves that I’ve boiled and left to steep. Strain, sweeten, serve hot and enjoy!
Prep Time2 minutes mins
Cook Time20 minutes mins
Steep Time15 minutes mins
Total Time37 minutes mins
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Caribbean
Keyword: bay leaf tea, West Indian bay leaf tea
Servings: 2
Author: Ros Singh
- 5 mature bay leaves
- 3 cups water
- sweetener (optional)
- milk (optional)
Place a small pot on medium heat.
Add water. Allow to come to a boil.
Wash bay leaves.
Add the leaves to the pot.
Brew for 15 to 20 minutes.
Turn off heat.
Leave to steep for at least 15 minutes.
Strain.
Sweeten and add milk (optional).
Serve hot.