The Benefits of Organic Peppermint Tea
Posted by Molly McConnell on 02-26-2025
What is Peppermint Leaf Tea Good For?
Known for digestive support and soothing properties, peppermint has been a cherished tea for centuries. Wind down with this caffeine-free tea after a long day or enjoy it as a refreshment after meals.
Ayurvedic Perspective on Peppermint Leaf
According to The Yoga of Herbs, Peppermint leaf exhibits a pungent taste, which is actually what makes it so beneficial for digestion. In Ayurveda, the taste of a particular herb or food is called rasa. While most pungent herbs are heating, peppermint has a slightly cooling energy (also known as virya). This means that a tea made from peppermint leaf may help release excess heat in the body and may relieve irritation in the digestive tract.
With its cooling and stimulating qualities, peppermint leaf embodies a great deal of the wind element. This ethereal energy gives it a soothing, cooling, clarifying and expanding action, which may help relieve mental and emotional tension.
Peppermint Leaf & The Doshas
Another interesting classification within Ayurvedic herbalism is called vipaka. Vipaka refers to the post-digestive effect that a particular herb or food has on the elimination of urine and feces, as well as the nourishment of tissues (called dhatus in Ayurveda). Peppermint has a pungent vipaka. If consumed over a long period of time, peppermint leaf could lead to a bit of dryness or vata aggravation. For this reason, peppermint tea is best for pitta dosha (the fire element within) and kapha dosha (the earth and water elements within). Those with a vata dosha (the air and ether elements within), will benefit from enjoying peppermint tea paired with warming and/or moistening herbs, like ginger, fennel, marshmallow root or tulsi.
Ayurveda utilizes a system of the elements to identify three different constitutions, or doshas. The three doshas are called vata, pitta, and kapha. Each person has all three within them, but typically one is stronger, or more present, than the others. If you’d like to learn about your Ayurvedic constitution, take a mind body quiz. To learn more about how peppermint leaf relates to the three doshas, keep reading.
Peppermint Tea for Digestive Support
With its cooling and pungent properties, peppermint leaf is commonly used to aid digestion. The cooling energy may help soothe irritation, while the pungent quality activates agni (digestive fire) to keep the digestive system light, bright and calm.
Best Organic Peppermint Tea Bags
With so many teas available, you might wonder where to buy the best quality organic peppermint leaf tea. I love the Starwest Organic Peppermint Leaf Tea because each tea bag delivers the pure and potent peppermint flavor that I crave. Starwest’s tea bags are made from paper that is free of dyes, adhesive, and is oxygen-bleached (no chlorine used), therefore eliminating dioxins. Unlike your average store-bought tea bag, which is often stale, old and lacking vitality, Starwest Botanicals' Organic Peppermint Leaf Tea Bags offer a burst of freshness with every sip. Cool, refreshing, and naturally invigorating, starwest organic peppermint tea will not disappoint. Whether you’re seeking organic peppermint tea bags for digestive support or a boost of invigoration, Starwest has got you covered.
Why Buy Organic Peppermint Leaf Tea?
Buying organic is the best way to ensure your tea is free of harmful chemicals and pesticides. This will allow you to absorb the beneficial properties of peppermint leaf tea without any of the stuff you don’t want.
Is Organic Peppermint Leaf Tea Gluten Free?
Yes, Starwest’s organic peppermint leaf tea is always gluten free. Peppermint leaf is not in the wheat family, it is in the Lamiaceae, or mint family. While some companies use gluten as an additive to bulk up their products, that is not a common practice for single-leaf herbal teas like this one.
Is Organic Peppermint Leaf Tea Caffeinated?
Peppermint leaf is naturally caffeine free. It is not uncommon for peppermint leaf to be used in tea blends that contain green tea. If you are consuming a pure peppermint leaf tea bag, there will be no caffeine.
How Often Should I Drink Organic Peppermint Leaf Tea?
Peppermint leaf tea is generally considered safe for daily consumption. Those who tend toward coldness or dryness in the body, may like to enjoy peppermint slightly less frequently or in combination with other herbs. Pregnant or lactating women are advised to consume herbal products under the advice of a physician.
How to Brew Organic Peppermint Tea
Like many caffeine-free teas, the brew time for peppermint tea is flexible because it will not turn bitter quickly. It's ok if you accidentally let the tea steep longer than you intended, it will still taste great - and maybe even more potent. Typically, you’ll just want to remove the tea bag from your mug within 20 minutes.
Instructions
Pour 8-12 oz of boiling water (212° F) over 1 tea bag. Steep 3-4 minutes (or more!) and let cool to desired temperature, then enjoy!
Organic Peppermint Tea Recipes
Peppermint Tea with Milk
This cozy comforting drink makes a great addition to a bedtime wind-down routine.
Pour 8-12 oz of boiling water (212° F) over 1 tea bag. Steep for at least 3-4 minutes, then remove the tea bag. Add a splash of your favorite milk and sweeten with honey to taste. Sip slowly about one hour before bed to support the natural unwinding of your body and mind after a long day.
Peppermint Ginger Tea
Peppermint and ginger are two of the best herbs to naturally support digestion. Peppermint brings a soothing, cooling quality, while ginger is warming. Together, the two create a well-balanced pre or post meal digestive drink.
Pour 8-12 oz of boiling water (212° F) over 1 peppermint tea bag and 1 ginger tea bag. Steep for at least 3-4 minutes, then remove the tea bags and sip after meals for digestive support.
Peppermint Green Tea
Peppermint leaf tea is naturally caffeine free, but if you want an extra boost of energy, it pairs exceptionally well with green tea. Green tea is known for its antioxidant properties, which compliment the potential digestive benefits of peppermint leaf.
For best results, pour 8-12 oz of boiling water (212° F) over 1 peppermint tea bag and wait 1-2 minutes. Then, when the water has cooled slightly, add your green tea bag and steep for 2 more minutes. Remove both tea bags and enjoy in the morning to enliven your day and activate your mind.
Where to Buy Organic Peppermint Tea Online
Order your organic peppermint leaf tea bags directly from Starwest Botanicals, where we’re committed unwaveringly to sustainability, ethical sourcing, and supporting our communities from seed to shelf. With over 50 years of blending excellence, Starwest Botanicals ensures that every cup of Organic Peppermint Tea delivers the pure, minty flavor you love. You’ll also find Organic peppermint leaf (cut/sifted), organic peppermint essential oil, and organic peppermint flavor for all your at home herbalism and culinary needs!
At Starwest, we offer an extensive, diverse, and carefully curated selection of premium-quality botanicals, organic herbs, delicious spices, tantalizing teas, and 100% pure essential oils. If you are passionate about highest quality ingredients and all the standards — from USDA Organic, to Non-GMO, Fairtrade, and more — you are in the right place.
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Frawley, David and Dr. Vastant Lad. The Yoga of Herbs. Lotus Press, 1992.
Author Bio
Molly McConnell is a Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner who is committed to cultivating collective wellness. Guided by curiosity, embodied listening, and the rhythms of nature, Molly’s approach to Ayurveda is intentional and intersectional. As the cofounder ofCultivate Balance, she supports purpose-oriented people to come home to their bodies and restore resilience through nourishment, ritual, and routine. For a more immersive experience,Connect with Molly 1:1 or check outThe Reset for Resilience.
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