How to Make Catnip Tea

My dad was quite the tea connoisseur, and loved to grow a garden each year. He grew fresh catnip for both the cats to enjoy, and used some for tea! Catnip tea has relaxing and calming benefits for our feline friends, so we thought we’d share the recipe with you.

First, grow catnip at home, then cut the growth at the base of the stem.

Next, bundle the stems and store them upside down in a cool, dry spot (like the garage).

Once dry, remove the stems and crumble the leaves into a bag. You can use a ziplock baggie to store any extra leaves. Finally, follow the steps below, and let kitty enjoy!

3 teaspoons catnip leaves
2 cups hot water
Steep for 5-10 minutes (the longer the leaves steep, the stronger the tea). 
Strain, let cool, and serve. Do not give your cat the full amount of tea, give only a little at a time as a small treat. Too much catnip tea may cause an upset stomach.