Tea Tuesdays #1: Coltsfoot and Thyme

The other day, I wanted something to help out with the winter grungies which had taken up in my chest for the week. After raiding the Cabinet, this is the result:

1 tbsp each of thyme, hyssop, and coltsfoot
2 tbsp of peppermint
five or six rosehips

I used one tablespoon of the mix in eight ounces of just boiled water. I let it steep a little longer than usual, about fifteen minutes, because I wanted it to be nice and strong.
The first taste is that of peppermint, with a light finish of thyme and hyssop, almost a bit resinous. Added honey to taste as a sweetener.

Health Highlights
Thyme: upper respiratory support, antiseptic and astringent properties
Hyssop: promotes sweating and has diuretic and expectorant properties
*Coltsfoot: soothing to the lungs; expectorant, anti-inflammatory and antitussive properties
Peppermint: digestive support, excellent flavor

*Note about Coltsfoot: I have seen it noted in some herbal references that Coltsfoot contains alkaloids that are best avoided during nursing and pregnancy, daily or long term use in children, and in people with liver disease. (Healing with the Herbs of Life by Leslie Tierra L.ac, A.H.G)