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Mike Petro
 
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Can anyone recommend a good source for freshly dried Spearmint? How do
I know if the spearmint is fresh or not? For example I have some
that's 1.5 years old and I assume it has lost its edge, but how would
I know just by inspecting it?

I use spearmint leaf in my iced tea blend, about 2 parts Yunnan Gold
to 1 part spearmint leaf, and it is definitely that time of year
again. I have spearmint from the likes of Adagio before but I was
hoping for a better or more direct source.

I grow some of my own spearmint, can anyone tell me how they use fresh
spearmint in their tea? I do know that a nice big sprig n the glass
makes a nice presentation and adds a hint of aroma and flavor. What's
the best way to dry it?

Mike Petro
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Mike Petro
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