01 - Place the peppermint tea bag into a mug.
02 - Pour 1 cup of freshly boiled water over the tea bag.
03 - Cover and steep for 5 minutes to extract maximum flavor.
04 - Remove and discard the tea bag.
05 - Add honey or a lemon slice if desired, and stir gently.
06 - Enjoy hot, or allow to cool and serve over ice for iced peppermint tea.