Warm, golden, and gently sweet, this herbal tea is the kind of thing you want to curl up with on a slow morning or wind-down evening. Crushed fennel seeds and fresh fennel fronds steep together with optional ginger to create a brew that's aromatic, subtly licorice-forward, and naturally soothing. A spoonful of honey stirred in at the end rounds everything out with just the right touch of sweetness. For anyone navigating grain sensitivities, herbal teas can actually be a sneaky source of concern — some blends and commercial tea bags include barley, rye, or other grain-based fillers you'd never expect. This recipe sidesteps all of that entirely, built from nothing but whole seeds, fresh herbs, water, and honey. The process is simple and almost meditative: crush, simmer, steep, strain, and sip. It's proof that the most comforting drinks don't need anything complicated to feel truly special.
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Lightly crush the fennel seeds with the back of a spoon or in a mortar until they crack open and become fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Combine the crushed fennel seeds, fennel fronds, and ginger slices (if using) with the water in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
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