Soothing chamomile and honey tea

Chamomile is one of the most well-known herbs, possessing a floral scent reminiscent of apples. Making the tea is essentially an extraction process where we use hot water to draw out the aromas. The smoothness of the honey rounds off any raw, hay-like notes that might emerge from the chamomile.
🕒 Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 10 mins
🍽️ Servings 1 servings
🔥 Calories 20 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Mug
  • Tea infuser or sieve

Allergen Information

⚠️ Honey

Instructions

1

Place the chamomile in the tea infuser or mug. Pour over water at approx. 90°C.

Tip: Water that is boiling too vigorously can 'scald' the herb, bringing out a bitter aftertaste.
2

Cover and leave to steep for 5-7 minutes. Under the cover, the steam condenses and drips back into the tea, preserving the aromas.

Tip: The steeping time (extraction) determines the strength.
3

Strain, let it cool slightly, then stir in the honey.

Tip: Always add honey to lukewarm tea so it doesn't lose its beneficial properties.

Recipe FAQ

Can I use teabags?
Yes, but loose leaf tea is generally higher quality, containing whole flower heads which give a cleaner flavour.

Ingredients

  • 2 tsp Dried chamomile flowers
  • 250 ml Hot water (not boiling)
  • 1 tsp Honey