As the name suggests the area is surrounded by Peppermint Gum Native trees which grow to about 30 metres high when mature and have peppermint flavoured leaves which are glossy grey to grey brown.
The Peppermint gums leaves are edible and are used in many bush tucker recipies. So here you go, go ahead and make yourself some Tea when you leave
Peppermint Gum Tea
Makes 2 cups
1. Heat 3 cups of good quality water to boiling.
2. 1 rounded teaspoon of Peppermint Gum into the infuser or strainer.
3. Pour about 2 cups of boiling water over the infuser and into the pot. Let the Peppermint filled infuser steep for 2-3 minutes. Close your eyes and inhale the delicious aroma . . . by the time your tea is ready, you’ll feel relaxed and energized, even before you drink it!
Variation: Pour it over ice in a tall glass, and sip slowly. Iced Peppermint tea is a great summer beverage.
