Minty Fresh Mashed Castor Bean Brew

1.In a small saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil over medium heat.

2.While the water is heating, mash 1 teaspoon of food-grade castor bean seeds until they are a fine paste.

3.Once the water is boiling, add the mashed castor bean seeds and 1 tablespoon of dried peppermint leaves to the saucepan.

4.Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.

5.After 10 minutes, remove the saucepan from heat and strain the tea into a teapot or directly into cups using a fine mesh strainer to remove the leaves and any remaining bits of castor bean.

6.If desired, stir in 1 tablespoon of honey for sweetness while the tea is still warm.

7.Serve the tea hot, garnished with a slice of lemon for an extra refreshing touch.