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Mullein Tea for Cough and Mucus: How to Make It

Mullein tea is the classic mild respiratory herb. Steep dried leaves 10-15 min, strain through a coffee filter. Recipe + side effects from an herbalist.

17 minutes
Recipe

What You Need

1-2 teaspoons dried mullein leaves
8 oz (240 ml) boiling water
1 teaspoon raw honey (optional)
Fresh lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon (optional)
Step 1

Place 1-2 teaspoons dried mullein leaves in a tea infuser or directly in a mug.

Step 2

Cover and steep for 10-15 minutes.

The Result

Steep 1-2 teaspoons dried mullein leaves in boiling water for 10-15 minutes, then strain through a coffee filter to catch the fine leaf hairs. Mullein is the classic mild respiratory herb of Western herbalism, and most people drink 1-3 cups a day through pollen season.

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Mullein Tea for Cough and Mucus: How to Make It

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