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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
Cook Time20 minutes
Steep Time15 minutes
Total Time37 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Caribbean
Keyword: bay leaf tea, West Indian bay leaf tea
Servings: 2
Author: Ros Singh

Ingredients

  • 5 mature bay leaves
  • 3 cups water
  • sweetener (optional)
  • milk (optional)

Instructions

  • 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.