Secret Garden Mint Cooling Refresher

Hydration, but make it intentional

If plain water isn’t cutting it but you don’t want anything heavy or sugary, this is your answer.

This cucumber mint tea refresher is crisp, cooling, and incredibly refreshing with layers of peppermint, spearmint, and a hint of citrus.

It’s the kind of drink that feels like a reset.

Why this works

Secret Garden Mint already blends peppermint, spearmint, lavender, and lemon peel, so it has natural depth without needing much else.

Adding cucumber enhances that cooling effect and gives it that spa-like, ultra-refreshing finish.

Cold brewing keeps everything smooth and soft, never overpowering.

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp Secret Garden Mint Tea
• 4 cups cold filtered water
• 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced
• Extra fresh mint
• Optional: squeeze of lemon
• Ice

Instructions

1. Add tea and cold water to a pitcher.
2. Refrigerate and steep for 6–8 hours.
3. Strain out the tea leaves.
4. Add sliced cucumber and fresh mint.
5. Let sit for another hour to infuse.
6. Serve over ice with a squeeze of lemon if desired.

Tips for the best flavor

• Slice the cucumber thinly for maximum infusion.
• Let it sit after adding cucumber and mint. That extra hour makes a big difference.
• Use filtered water for the cleanest taste.

Make it your own

• Add a splash of honey or agave if you want a hint of sweetness
• Toss in a few berries for a subtle fruity twist
• Top with sparkling water for a bubbly version

When to drink this

• Midday reset
• Post-workout hydration
• Hot afternoons
• Anytime you want something that feels light and refreshing

Final sip

This is one of those drinks that feels simple, but once you have it in your fridge, you won’t want to be without it.

It’s clean, cooling, and just a little elevated in the best way.