MAKING PINE NEEDLE TEA
Loose Needles, Branch Tips and Tea Bags
White Pine Tea
Ingredients:
2 tbsp fresh white pine needles
1 cup water
Lemon or honey (optional)
Steps:
Wash needles or branch tips in cold water and dry in a paper towel. Cut the needles . You will need around 2 tbsp of the cut needles.
In a small saucepan, boil 1 cup of water and remove from heat once boiling.
Add the white pine needles to the hot water, and cover with a lid. Set aside and steep for 5 to 15 minutes depending on how strong you want the tea to be.
Strain into a mug. Add lemon or honey to taste.
How To Use:
Drink the tea once per day or once every other day. Avoid overconsumption, and do not take it when pregnant or breastfeeding.