Marrakech Mint — Morocco

Name: Marrakech Mint — Morocco
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 packed cup fresh mint leaves; 4 oz hot water; 1 oz honey; 1/4 teaspoon orange blossom water; 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice; Ice cubes; Fresh mint bouquet, for garnish

A refreshing Moroccan mint tea cooler with orange blossom water and honey — the iconic flavors of a Marrakech souk in a cold glass.

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Prep time

10 min

Total time

10 min

Serves

Difficulty

Easy

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morocco world-cup mint tea orange-blossom honey

Bright & refreshing

A balanced alcohol-free drink built around real citrus and fruit flavor.

Simple ingredients

Easy-to-find ingredients and an approachable home-bar method.

Perfect for occasions

Made for an everyday treat, dinner party, or celebratory pour.

Ingredients

Makes 1 serving. Ingredient quantities update with the selected batch size.

1 packed cup fresh mint leaves
4 oz hot water
1 oz honey
1/4 teaspoon orange blossom water
0.5 oz fresh lemon juice
Ice cubes
Fresh mint bouquet, for garnish

Step-by-Step Instructions

1
Prepare the glass
Steep the packed cup of mint leaves in 4 oz hot water with honey for 5 minutes.
2
Build the drink
Strain out the mint leaves and let the tea cool to room temperature (or chill in fridge).
3
Add the finishing touch
Add the orange blossom water and lemon juice to the cooled mint tea.
4
Garnish & serve
Fill a tall Moroccan-style glass with ice.
5
Garnish & serve
Pour the mint tea over ice from a height of about 12 inches — this aerates the drink (the traditional Moroccan pour).
6
Garnish & serve
Garnish with a generous bouquet of fresh mint leaves.
7
Garnish & serve
Serve immediately.

Recipe Tips

The high pour is traditional and actually improves the flavor by aerating the drink — don't skip it.
Orange blossom water is available at Middle Eastern grocery stores or online. A little goes a very long way.
For a sparkling version, use 2 oz of the mint tea concentrate and top with 3 oz sparkling water.

Make It Your Own

For a crowd: Prepare the chilled tea and citrus base ahead, then pour over ice and add sparkling water individually with a fresh mint garnish.

Easy swaps: Use lemon zest and a small amount of honey when orange blossom water is unavailable. Use green tea or caffeine-free mint tea based on your guests' needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much orange blossom water should I use?

Start with a few drops; it is potent and can become perfumed quickly.

Can I use dried mint?

Fresh mint is better for garnish, while dried mint can be steeped in the tea base.

Is this drink sweet?

It should be lightly sweet; adjust honey after tasting the chilled tea and citrus.

Recipe by

Larry Leo

Editorial recipe guidance

This page provides editorial development guidance; it does not represent a documented preparation claim. Check the ingredient list, substitution guidance, and dietary labels before serving.

Recipe record updated: August 26, 2026

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