• 1–2 tsp fresh chamomile flowers • 200–250 ml hot water • (Optional) 1 tsp honey, 1 slice of lemon
1. Harvest & Rinse Pick fully bloomed chamomile flowers. Gently rinse them in water and pat dry with a paper towel.
2. Brewing the Tea Place the flowers in a cup or teapot, and pour hot water (90–95°C) over them. Cover and let steep slowly for 5–7 minutes. (Fresh flowers can be steeped a little longer than dried ones for a richer flavor.)
3. Finishing Touches Strain the flowers. Add honey or lemon if desired. Enjoy warm, or chill to serve as iced tea.
TIP Only the flower heads should be used—stems and leaves can add bitterness. Dried chamomile keeps its aroma for up to 6 months if stored in an airtight container. Chamomile is well known for its calming effects, helping with sleep, relaxation, and digestion.
Recipes Using Chamomile
Ingredients (for 1 cup)
• 1–2 tsp fresh chamomile flowers
• 200–250 ml hot water
• (Optional) 1 tsp honey, 1 slice of lemon
1. Harvest & Rinse
Pick fully bloomed chamomile flowers. Gently rinse them in water and pat dry with a paper towel.
2. Brewing the Tea
Place the flowers in a cup or teapot, and pour hot water (90–95°C) over them.
Cover and let steep slowly for 5–7 minutes.
(Fresh flowers can be steeped a little longer than dried ones for a richer flavor.)
3. Finishing Touches
Strain the flowers. Add honey or lemon if desired.
Enjoy warm, or chill to serve as iced tea.
TIP
Only the flower heads should be used—stems and leaves can add bitterness.
Dried chamomile keeps its aroma for up to 6 months if stored in an airtight container.
Chamomile is well known for its calming effects, helping with sleep, relaxation, and digestion.