Spearmint Leaf - cut 1/2 lb.

Spearmint is a member of the mint family that has less menthol than peppermint and has a sugar-sweet taste that lingers in the mid-mouth.  Naturally caffeine-free this loose leaf Spearmint is a welcome addition to your herbal offerings. Well-known in the United States as an ingredient in Southern sweet tea and mixed drinks such as the mojito and mint julep, Spearmint is a versatile herb that can also make a delicious stand-alone cup of hot or iced herbal tea! Spearmint spices up any dish or recipe, and is especially good with fish, lamb, or even fruit salads.  The mint sauces and jellies that usually accompany lamb dishes are made of the milder-flavored Spearmint.  It also blends perfectly with a glass of iced tea or a cocktail for anyone who prefers a little coolness in their drink.  The leaves can be soaked in water to make Spearmint tea, which is an incredibly refreshing and delicious tea that has several health supporting properties. To prepare as a tea:  pour 8 oz. boiling w