Black Pepper Free Lavender Lemon Balm Tea
There is something genuinely calming about a cup of tea made entirely from scratch, and this floral herbal blend delivers that feeling in every sip. Fresh lemon balm brings a bright, citrusy lift while dried lavender buds add a soft, aromatic depth that feels almost spa-like. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice sharpens the whole thing beautifully, and a drizzle of raw honey rounds it out without overpowering the delicate herbs. Because every ingredient here is naturally free of any peppercorn or spice-blend surprises, there is zero guesswork about what is actually in your cup. So many store-bought herbal teas and wellness blends sneak in unexpected seasonings or shared-facility warnings, making this homemade version a genuinely stress-free choice. The technique is simple — a gentle simmer, a short steep, and a quick strain — so you can have two warm, fragrant mugs ready in under fifteen minutes with almost no effort at all.
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2 servings
- 2 cups filtered water
- ¼ cup fresh lemon balm leaves, loosely packed
- 1 tsp dried culinary lavender buds
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1–2 tsp raw honey, or to taste (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Bring 2 cups of filtered water to a gentle simmer in a small saucepan over medium heat — small bubbles forming at the bottom, not a rolling boil.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the lemon balm leaves and dried lavender buds, stir once to submerge, and steep for 5 minutes.
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