Lavender Tea Recipe

A glass cup filled with lavender tea, topped with lavender flowers, sits on a white surface. A teapot, another cup, and lavender sprigs surround it.

I love having a cup of lavender tea when I need to relax and unwind. But if you're like me, you've probably bought herbal teas that just sit on the shelf, taking up space. Sometimes, you only want to make a small amount, not an entire pot, and that's where this simple lavender tea recipe comes in handy.

Course Breakfast, Drinks

Cuisine American, European, International

Keyword lavender buds, lavender tea, lavender tea recipe, make lavender tea, tea, tea bag, tea recipe

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 4

Steeping 15

Servings Portions

Calories 1kcal

Author Zuzana Paar

Equipment

1 Glass Pitcher

Ingredients

2 cups Water
1 teaspoon Lavender

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

Start by measuring out your dried lavender buds. This makes it easy to control the flavor depending on how much tea you’re making.
Boil water and then let it cool slightly before pouring it over the lavender buds. You don’t want the water to be too hot, as it can make the tea taste bitter. Let the water sit for about 30 seconds after boiling, then pour it over the lavender.
Let the lavender buds steep in the hot water for about 5 to 7 minutes. If you want a stronger flavor, you can let it steep a bit longer, but don’t go too long, or the tea may become too overpowering. Strain the buds out, and your lavender tea is ready to enjoy.

Notes

Avoid putting too much lavender, otherwise the flavor will be too strong.
Always use food-grade lavender to ensure it’s safe for consumption.
If the tea is too strong, add a little honey, lavender syrup, or lemon to balance out the flavor.
Avoid steeping the tea for too long, or the lavender can overpower the taste.

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