There also exist teas that infuse peppermint and spearmint leaves.

In Korea, traditional mint tea called bakha-cha (박하차) is made with East Asian wild mint leaves.

[2] In India, traditional mint tea called pudina chai (पुदीना चाय) is made by steeping spearmint or peppermint in hot chai.

[3][4] Due to the high content of essential oils in leaves (1–2.5%), especially menthol, mint tea is popular for its curative effects.

Affecting the digestive system and excretion of gastric juices, it is thought to act as an anti-inflammatory.