Citric Acid 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. Lemon balm brings a soft, citrusy brightness that pairs beautifully with the gentle perfume of culinary lavender, creating a drink that feels both soothing and a little special. The fresh lemon juice adds just enough tartness to round out the flavor without relying on any processed acids or additives — which is exactly what makes this recipe a smart choice when you need to avoid manufactured citric acid found in so many commercial teas and bottled drinks. A touch of raw honey ties it all together, though the tea is lovely on its own if you prefer to skip the sweetener. The technique is simple: a gentle simmer rather than a hard boil keeps the delicate herbal notes intact, so nothing tastes bitter or flat. It comes together in under ten minutes and uses only a handful of clean, whole ingredients you can feel confident about.
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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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