Citrus Free Chamomile Lavender Honey Tea
There is something deeply calming about wrapping your hands around a mug of floral, golden tea, and this blend of chamomile, lavender, and honey delivers that feeling in every sip. The dried chamomile flowers and culinary lavender steep together into a fragrant, softly sweet infusion, while fresh ginger and a touch of turmeric add gentle warmth and a beautiful amber hue. Most herbal teas sold in stores sneak in citrus peel or natural citrus flavoring, making label-reading a constant chore — this one is made entirely from scratch so you know exactly what's in your cup. The lemon juice listed is fully optional and easy to leave out, keeping the whole recipe completely citrus-free without sacrificing any of the depth or complexity. Raw honey stirred in at the end rounds everything out with a mellow sweetness that plays perfectly off the floral notes. It comes together in one small saucepan with barely any cleanup, making it just as practical as it is soothing.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- 2 tbsp dried chamomile flowers
- 1 tsp dried culinary lavender buds
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, thinly sliced
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- 1–2 tsp raw honey, to taste
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice (optional)
Can be omittedlemon juice
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water and sliced ginger in a small saucepan over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer, about 3–4 minutes.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the chamomile flowers, lavender buds, and turmeric, stir once to combine, and steep for 5 minutes, until the liquid is a warm golden color and fragrant.
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