Herbs: Chamomile • Goals: Stress Relief, Digestion
Ingredients
- 1 heaping teaspoon dried chamomile flowers (or one chamomile tea bag)
- 8 oz (240 ml) freshly boiled water
- 1 teaspoon raw honey (local, if possible)
- Optional: a thin slice of fresh lemon or a sprig of fresh mint for garnish
Equipment
- Teapot or heatproof mug
- Tea infuser or strainer (if using loose flowers)
- Kettle or saucepan
Instructions
- Heat the Water
- Bring fresh, filtered water to a gentle boil (around 205 °F / 96 °C).
- Steep the Chamomile
- Place your dried chamomile flowers (or tea bag) in a teapot or heat-proof mug.
- Pour the hot water over the chamomile, cover, and steep for 5–7 minutes.
- Strain & Sweeten
- If you used loose flowers, strain the tea into your cup.
- Stir in 1 teaspoon raw honey until fully dissolved.
- Garnish & Serve
- Optionally, add a slice of fresh lemon or a mint sprig for extra brightness.
- Sip slowly—inhale the gentle floral aroma and allow nature’s calming properties to take effect.
Tips & Variations
- Extra Calming: Add a pinch of ground lavender or a few rose petals during steeping for deeper relaxation.
- Digestive Boost: Infuse a thin slice of fresh ginger along with the chamomile for digestive support.
- Iced Version: Double the recipe, allow to cool, then pour over ice and garnish with lemon wheels for a refreshing summertime soother.
- Storage: Leftover steeped chamomile can be refrigerated up to 24 hours—reheat gently or enjoy cold.
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