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What's a simple recipe for lavender tea?

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Making a simple lavender tea is a wonderful way to enjoy its calming aroma and delicate flavor. It's incredibly straightforward and only requires a couple of ingredients.

The most important thing to remember is to use culinary-grade dried lavender buds. This type of lavender (Lavandula angustifolia or English lavender) has a sweeter, more subtle flavor suitable for consumption, unlike ornamental varieties which can taste bitter or "soapy."

Here's a simple recipe:

Simple Lavender Tea

Yields: 1 serving Prep time: 1 minute Steep time: 5-10 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1 teaspoon culinary-grade dried lavender buds

  • 8-10 ounces (about 1 cup to 1 ¼ cups) hot water

  • Optional: Honey, maple syrup, or a slice of lemon for serving

Equipment:

  • Teacup or mug

  • Tea infuser, tea ball, or a fine-mesh sieve

Instructions:

  1. Heat Water: Bring your water to a boil. If you have a temperature-controlled kettle, aim for around 200-212°F (93-100°C).

  2. Prepare Lavender: Place the 1 teaspoon of dried lavender buds into your tea infuser or directly into your teacup/mug.

  3. Pour Hot Water: Pour the hot water over the lavender buds.

  4. Steep: Allow the lavender to steep for 5 to 10 minutes.

    • 5 minutes: Will yield a lighter, more delicate flavor.

    • 10 minutes: Will result in a stronger, more aromatic tea.

    • Tip: Steeping for too long (e.g., beyond 10 minutes) can sometimes lead to a slightly bitter taste, so it's best to start shorter and adjust to your preference in future brews.

  5. Strain and Serve: If you steeped the lavender directly in the cup, strain the tea through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the buds. If using an infuser, simply remove it.

  6. Optional Sweetener/Garnish: Add honey or maple syrup to taste if desired. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice can also brighten the flavor. You can also garnish with a fresh lavender sprig (culinary grade) or a lemon slice.

  7. Enjoy! Sip slowly and mindfully.

Tips for the Best Lavender Tea:

  • Quality Lavender: As mentioned, culinary grade is essential.

  • Fresh Water: Use fresh, filtered water for the best taste.

  • Adjust to Taste: The amount of lavender and steeping time are easily adjustable to find your perfect cup.

  • Blends: Lavender tea is also delicious when blended with other herbs like chamomile (for extra relaxation), mint (for a refreshing twist), or even with black or green tea for a floral twist on your usual brew.

Enjoy your simple, calming cup of lavender tea!

Lavender Farm in Door County Wisconsin. You can buy lavender products online at islandlavender.com

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