It is believed that tea was first introduced to Morocco in the 18th century, and began spreading through the country in the mid-1800s at the time the trade between the Maghreb and Europe started flourishing.
Mint tea is a sign of hospitality, friendship and tradition in Morocco.Since this drink is so popular, it is served all day long, after every meal, and with every conversation. Moroccans take great pride in their tea and will often ask a visitor who among their group of friends makes the best cup of mint tea, and a minimum of two to three cups needs to be drunk so as not to offend the host. Moroccan mint tea is a favorite among many people outside of Morocco, too, because of its smooth and sweet taste. It's served very sweet and made the old-fashioned way with gunpowder green tea.
Watching the process of aromatic mint tea being brewed will leave you feeling relaxed and may inspire you to feel more admiration and love for tea then you may believed was possible. With respect to the timely process of making the tea.
Ingredients :
• 10 fresh mint sprigs, plus 4 for garnish
• 3 teaspoons green tea
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 4 cups water
Directions :
Boil water. Pour a small amount in teapot and swish around to warm the pot. Combine the mint and green tea and sugar in the teapot, then fill it with the rest of the hot water. Let tea brew, stirring the leaves once or twice, for 3 minutes. Pour tea through a tea strainer into glass teacups to serve. Garnish with cookies
Enjoy your meal
Watching the process of aromatic mint tea being brewed will leave you feeling relaxed and may inspire you to feel more admiration and love for tea then you may believed was possible. With respect to the timely process of making the tea.
Ingredients :
• 10 fresh mint sprigs, plus 4 for garnish
• 3 teaspoons green tea
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 4 cups water
Directions :
Boil water. Pour a small amount in teapot and swish around to warm the pot. Combine the mint and green tea and sugar in the teapot, then fill it with the rest of the hot water. Let tea brew, stirring the leaves once or twice, for 3 minutes. Pour tea through a tea strainer into glass teacups to serve. Garnish with cookies
Enjoy your meal