Macadamia 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 herbaceousness, while dried lavender buds add a soft, aromatic depth that feels almost spa-like without being overpowering. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice lifts the whole thing, and a drizzle of raw honey rounds it out into something that tastes far more intentional than the effort required. The technique is simple — a gentle simmer rather than a hard boil keeps the delicate flavors intact, so nothing turns bitter or flat. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from tree nuts of any kind, so there is no label-scanning or cross-contamination anxiety to worry about. It is the kind of recipe that works equally well as a wind-down evening ritual or a quiet afternoon treat.
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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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