Chamomile

Chamomile Tea Preparation

  4 flowers
  2-10 minutes

Pick 4 fully opened flowers. It is best to pick them in the morning after the dew has dried and before the sun is too hot. This is when the essential oil is most potent and will make the best tea. Gently pluck them by hand, being careful of the rest of the plant. Steep for 2-10 minutes to your taste.

Other Variations

• Blend with lavender for a soothing blend with a subtle floral note.
• Blend with peppermint for a refreshing, invigorating and cooling chamomile blend that is great for relaxation and digestion. Try it iced on a hot day!
• Blends nicely with lemon balm for a bright flavour and to tame tension.
• Steep 16 chamomile flowers in 3 cups of hot water for 1 hour. Remove chamomile and add 1 cup of pomegranate juice and honey to taste (about 1/3 cup) Stir till honey dissolves. Serve on ice and garnish with a mint sprig.