How to Make Moroccan Mint Tea at Home in the US
12 Nov 2026
Moroccan mint tea, known locally as atay, is the drink of hospitality in Morocco. The good news for US tea lovers: you do not need special equipment or a trip to the souk to make a great pot. You need loose green tea, fresh mint, sugar and a few minutes.
What you need
- Loose green tea: about 1 tablespoon per 2 cups of water. Try Moroccan Tea Baroud 200 g by Sultan (a smooth, easy-drinking green tea) or Dahmiss 41022 Moroccan, 500g if you drink tea every day and want the bigger pack.
- Fresh mint: a generous handful. Spearmint, found in most US grocery stores, is the closest match.
- Sugar: to taste. Moroccan tea is traditionally served sweet.
- A teapot: any pot that can go on the stove works. A stainless steel or traditional Moroccan teapot is ideal.
Moroccan Tea Baroud 200 g by Sultan, $12.99
Step by step
- Rinse the leaves. Put the tea in the pot, add a small splash of just-boiled water, swirl for 30 seconds, then pour that water off. This removes bitterness and wakes up the leaves.
- Brew. Add about 2 cups of hot water and let it steep for 3 to 5 minutes. Longer gives a stronger cup.
- Add mint and sugar. Push the mint into the pot and add sugar. Heat gently for a minute or two without a hard boil.
- Mix. Pour a glass of tea and pour it back into the pot. Do this once or twice so the flavors blend.
- Serve. Pour from a height into small glasses. This cools the tea slightly and makes a light foam on top.
Tips for US kitchens
- Use filtered water if your tap water is hard. It makes a cleaner-tasting cup.
- Start with less sugar and add more. You can always sweeten, but you cannot take sugar out.
- In winter, add a thin slice of fresh ginger to the pot for a warmer cup.
Which tea should you start with?
If you are new to Moroccan tea, start with the 200 g Baroud pack. It is a smaller commitment and a good way to learn the method. If you already know you love it, the 500g Dahmiss 41022 pack gives you more cups per dollar.
Dahmiss 41022 Moroccan, 500g, $18.99
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