Floral, fragrant, and genuinely calming, this herbal tea is the kind of thing you'll want to make on slow mornings or whenever you need a quiet moment. Fresh lemon balm brings a bright, citrusy lift while dried lavender adds that soft, aromatic depth — together they steep into something that feels almost spa-like in a mug. Managing a nickel sensitivity often means scrutinizing packaged teas and blends for hidden high-nickel ingredients like certain grains, seeds, or mystery "natural flavors," but this recipe sidesteps all of that with a short, clean ingredient list you can verify yourself. Filtered water, fresh herbs, a squeeze of lemon juice, and a drizzle of honey if you like — nothing complicated, nothing to second-guess. The gentle simmer-and-steep method keeps things simple and ensures you're not over-extracting bitterness from the lavender. A fine-mesh strainer does all the work of separating the spent herbs, so what lands in your mug is clear, golden, and beautifully smooth. It's an easy ritual worth repeating.
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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.
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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