Nutmeg Free Honey Chamomile Herbal Tea
Warm, floral, and gently sweet, this chamomile tea is the kind of cup that makes you slow down and actually breathe for a moment. Fresh ginger simmers in the water first, building a subtle warmth before the dried chamomile flowers steep into that gorgeous pale golden brew. A drizzle of honey rounds everything out, and a sprig of fresh mint adds a cool, bright finish if you're feeling fancy. Chamomile-based drinks can sometimes hide surprising spice blends or flavoring agents in store-bought versions, so making it from scratch with these clean, simple ingredients gives you full control over exactly what's in your mug. The whole process is straightforward and low-effort — just a saucepan, a strainer, and a few minutes of patience. It's equally lovely as a morning ritual or a wind-down drink before bed.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- 2 tbsp dried chamomile flowers
- 3 thin slices fresh ginger (about ¼ inch thick each)
- 2 tsp honey, or more to taste
- 2 fresh mint sprigs (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water and ginger slices in a small saucepan and bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the dried chamomile flowers, stir once to submerge, and steep for 4–5 minutes, until the water is a pale golden yellow and fragrant.
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