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Chamomile Night Tea
Traditional preparation. This is not medical advice and nothing here promises a cure. Dried chamomile flowers steeped in hot water make a mild, floral cup traditionally enjoyed as part of a calm bedtime ritual.
Traditional preparation. This is not medical advice and nothing here promises a cure.
Ingredients
- 2 cups water
- 2 tbsp dried chamomile flowers
- 2 tsp honey, to taste (optional)
Steps
- Bring the water to a boil, then remove from the heat.
- Add the chamomile flowers, cover and steep for 5 to 8 minutes.
- Strain into two mugs.
- Sweeten with honey if you like and sip slowly.
Serve with: a quiet evening routine and a light snack, if you like.
Covering the cup while it steeps keeps the delicate floral aroma in the tea.
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Tips & mistakes
- Cover the cup while it steeps — the cover traps the floral aroma that would otherwise drift away with the steam.
- Steep 5 to 8 minutes: shorter is too weak, longer turns bitter and the flowers start to taste grassy.
- Use a tea infuser or strainer so no tiny flowers end up in the cup.
- Sweeten lightly or not at all; too much honey covers the delicate chamomile flavor completely.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use chamomile tea bags? Yes: one bag per cup, steeped the same way, covered. Bags are more convenient and give a consistent cup, though loose flowers smell a little stronger.
Can I make a bigger pot? Yes: use 1 tablespoon of dried flowers per cup of water and steep covered. Keep the pot covered the whole time so the aroma stays in the tea.
How do I store dried chamomile? Keep it in a sealed jar away from light and heat; it stays fragrant for months. If it smells like nothing when you open the jar, it is past its best and needs replacing.
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