Elderflower Immune Support Tea
A soothing and caffeine-free tea packed with immune-boosting properties, perfect for those sluggish days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Steeping
- Cuisine: Herbal
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 teaspoons dried elderflowers
- 1 wedge fresh lemon or dried lemon peel
- 1 tablespoon local honey
- Optional: pinch of dried chamomile
- Water
Instructions
- Heat water until just shy of boiling.
- Add the dried elderflowers into your mug or teapot.
- Pour the hot water over the flowers and let steep for 7-10 minutes.
- Strain the flowers out.
- Squeeze in fresh lemon or add lemon peel, then stir in honey.
- Taste and adjust, adding chamomile if desired.
- Sip slowly and enjoy.
Notes
Use filtered water for the best taste. Do not over-steep to avoid bitterness. Cover your cup while steeping to enhance aroma.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: elderflower tea, herbal tea, immune support, soothing drink, caffeine-free