What does lavender chamomile tea taste like?

It is floral and slightly sweet. Wetrini Food describes lavender as slightly sweet with hints of apple and rosemary, and chamomile adds a soft, apple-like note.

How much lavender should I use?

Start with 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon of dried culinary lavender per cup with 1 teaspoon of dried chamomile. Lavender is strong, and too much can taste soapy.

Can I use lavender from my garden?

Only if you can confirm it is an edible variety that has not been sprayed. When in doubt, buy dried culinary lavender sold for tea or cooking, and choose organic buds as Wetrini Food suggests.

How long should I steep lavender chamomile tea?

Steep for 8 to 10 minutes, covered. Whole Hearted Eats steeps for 8 to 10 minutes and Wetrini Food for 10 minutes.

Does lavender chamomile tea have caffeine?

No, not when it is made only with dried chamomile and lavender. Check the label of any store-bought blend in case it includes tea leaves.

Can I make lavender chamomile tea iced?

Yes. Steep a double-strength batch, strain it, chill it, and serve it over ice with mint or lemon.

Lavender Chamomile Tea: Easy Blend Recipe (Hot or Iced)

Description

A floral herbal tea made by steeping dried chamomile and culinary lavender for about 10 minutes. Serve it hot, or chilled over ice.

Ingredients

Scale

1 teaspoon dried chamomile flowers
1/2 teaspoon dried culinary lavender buds
1 cup (240 ml) boiling water
Honey or lemon, to taste (optional)

Instructions

Put the dried chamomile and lavender into a teapot with an infuser, or straight into a mug.
Pour the boiling water over the herbs.
Cover and steep for 8 to 10 minutes.
Strain into a clean cup.
Add honey or lemon if you like, and serve warm.

Notes

Use dried lavender sold for tea or cooking, not craft lavender or essential oil. Start with 1/4 teaspoon lavender for a milder cup, since too much can taste soapy. For iced tea, double the herbs and water, strain, chill, and serve over ice. Nutrition is not listed because I could not source a reliable value for brewed dried herbs. Honey adds about 21 calories per teaspoon.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Drinks
Method: Steeping
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (about 8 fl oz / 240 ml)

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