Peanut Free Lavender Lemon Balm Tea
There is something genuinely calming about a cup of tea made entirely from scratch, and this floral blend delivers that feeling in every sip. Fresh lemon balm brings a bright, citrusy herbaceousness, while dried culinary lavender adds a soft, aromatic depth that feels almost spa-like. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice lifts the whole thing, and a drizzle of raw honey rounds it out without overpowering the delicate botanicals. The steeping process is gentle by design — pulling the saucepan off the heat before adding the herbs keeps the flavors clean and nuanced rather than bitter. For anyone navigating nut allergies, herbal teas can sometimes be a surprising minefield with flavored blends and shared-facility packaging, but brewing your own from whole, simple ingredients sidesteps all of that entirely. This one comes together with just a handful of pantry and garden staples, making it as fuss-free as it is beautiful.
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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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