Whether you're steeping a cup for digestion, focus, or relaxation, mint teas offer a refreshing way to nourish your body and mind. But with so many options—spearmint, peppermint, mint green blends—it can be hard to know which one is right for you.
This guide breaks it down simply and clearly. From flavor profiles and caffeine content to health benefits and how to brew, we’ll help you choose your perfect mint tea—and introduce you to one crafted high in the Himalayas.
Mint tea refers to any herbal or blended tea made using leaves from the mint family (Mentha). It can be:
Herbal & Caffeine-Free: like spearmint or peppermint
Green or Black Tea Based: like mint green blends
Single-Origin or Blended for specific benefits and flavor depth
Nepal, known for its clean farming and high-elevation terroir, is producing some of the world’s freshest mint blends with a unique floral-earthy complexity.
| Category | Spearmint Tea | Peppermint Tea |
|---|---|---|
| Plant Type | Mentha spicata | Mentha × piperita (hybrid) |
| Menthol Content | Low (~0.5%) | High (~40%) |
| Flavor Profile | Mild, slightly sweet | Bold, cooling, sharp |
| Best For | Hormonal support, daily sipping | Bloating, headaches, nasal relief |
| Caffeine | 0 mg (naturally caffeine-free) | 0 mg (naturally caffeine-free) |
Both are great in their own way, and they’re often used together to balance flavor and effect.
Mint green tea blends full-leaf green tea with mint leaves—usually spearmint, peppermint, or both. It’s refreshing, slightly grassy, and offers:
A gentle caffeine lift from the green tea
Cooling and digestive benefits from mint
A smoother experience than straight peppermint
Perfect for mornings or after meals.
Our favorite? Makalu Mint Green Tea Blend.
It’s an award-worthy blend of:
Organic green tea
Spearmint
Fennel
Eucalyptus
🌿 Spearmint
🌰 Fennel
🍋 Dried citron
🌬️ Eucalyptus
🍯 Sweet mint
Enjoy it hot or iced, morning or evening, whenever your body craves clarity and calm.
Peppermint helps soothe digestive spasms and gas. Spearmint and green tea can gently reduce inflammation and support gut motility.
Spearmint has been shown in studies to lower androgen levels, helping reduce symptoms of PCOS and hormonal acne.
Green tea’s caffeine + L-theanine combo sharpens focus without the crash. Mint adds a cooling clarity that enhances alertness.
Peppermint’s high menthol content acts as a natural muscle relaxer and pain reliever. Spearmint has a softer, calming effect.
Both mint and green tea are rich in antioxidants like catechins and rosmarinic acid—natural protectors against inflammation and infection.
1 tsp loose-leaf or 1 sachet
8 oz water at 200°F
Steep for 5–6 minutes
Enjoy plain or with honey
1 tsp loose-leaf
8 oz water at 175°F
Steep for 2–3 minutes
Avoid boiling water to preserve green tea freshness
Double the leaf amount
Steep as above
Pour over ice and chill
| Need | Best Choice |
|---|---|
| Bloating relief | Peppermint |
| Hormonal balance | Spearmint |
| Gentle focus | Mint green blend |
| Headache or sinus relief | Peppermint |
| Skin clarity | Spearmint |
| Post-meal reset | Makalu Mint Green |
| Daily sipping (no caffeine) | Spearmint or Peppermint |
From digestive comfort to mental clarity, mint teas offer more than refreshment—they bring balance. Whether you crave the gentleness of spearmint, the bold relief of peppermint, or the harmony of green mint blends like Makalu, there’s a mint tea that’s perfect for your moment.
So, next time you brew, let mint be your guide to calm, clarity, and better well-being.
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