the sprigs between your fingers. You don’t need to pulverize them. A little handling is enough to release more of their distinctive aroma.
Step 2: Heat the Water
Bring 2 cups of fresh water to a gentle boil.
Once the water is hot, remove it from the heat rather than continuously boiling the rosemary for a long period.
Step 3: Steep
Place the prepared rosemary in a teapot, heatproof mug, or other suitable container.
Pour the hot water over the rosemary and cover the container.
Allow it to steep for approximately 5–10 minutes.
Five minutes creates a relatively mild infusion. If you enjoy a stronger herbal flavor, leave it slightly longer and taste as you go.
Step 4: Strain
Remove the rosemary sprigs or pour the infusion through a fine strainer.
If you used dried rosemary, careful straining is particularly useful because small pieces can otherwise remain in
