Wheat Free Lavender Lemon Balm Tea
There is something quietly luxurious about a cup of tea made entirely from scratch, and this floral blend delivers that feeling in just a few minutes. Fresh lemon balm brings a bright, citrusy herbaceousness, while dried lavender buds add a soft, aromatic depth that makes the whole thing feel like a spa in a mug. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice lifts the flavors, and a drizzle of raw honey rounds it out without overpowering the delicate botanicals. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of wheat and gluten, so there is no label-reading required and no concern about hidden grain-based additives sneaking in. The technique is simple — a gentle simmer, a short steep, and a quick strain — which means the herbs stay fragrant rather than turning bitter or harsh. It is the kind of recipe that works equally well as a calming evening ritual or a bright, refreshing afternoon pick-me-up served warm or cooled over ice.
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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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