Rice Free Chamomile Lavender Honey Tea
There is something deeply calming about wrapping your hands around a mug of floral, golden tea, and this chamomile and lavender blend delivers that feeling in every sip. The dried chamomile flowers and culinary lavender buds steep together to create a delicate, aromatic base, while fresh ginger adds a gentle warmth that keeps things interesting. A pinch of turmeric gives the brew its beautiful golden hue and a subtle earthiness that rounds out the floral notes beautifully. Raw honey sweetens everything naturally, and a small squeeze of lemon juice at the end brightens the whole cup. For anyone navigating grain-free or rice-free living, this kind of recipe is a reminder that the most comforting drinks are often the simplest — every single ingredient here is naturally free of grains without any substitutions needed. It comes together in one small saucepan with minimal cleanup, making it just as practical as it is soothing. Whether you sip it before bed or as a midday reset, this tea is the kind of ritual worth building into your routine.
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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)
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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