Ingredients
- 2 ounces dried stinging nettles
- 8 cups water
Instructions
- Bring two quarts of filtered water to a boil.
- Place nettles in a large mason jar, and then fill it with boiling water. Allow the herbs to steep in water for at least 4 and up to 12 hours.
- Strain the infusion using a fine-mesh sieve or tea strainer.
- Drink right away, or store the strained infusion in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Notes
There’s a few key differences between infusions and teas. Herbal teas steep for a shorter period of time (usually 5 minutes) and use smaller amounts of herbs. Herbal infusions steep for several hours and use a higher volume of herbs. Therefore, they’re more nutrient-dense. By infusing the nettles, you develop a deeper flavor and a much higher micronutrient content.