Herbal Infusion with Lemon Balm & Passionflower
A steeped herbal tea of lemon balm and passionflower, finished with honey and a slice of fresh lemon.
This is a simple steep-and-strain tea — no special equipment needed beyond a teapot or a heatproof mug.
Lemon balm and passionflower are both herbs traditionally used in calming teas, which is why this infusion is tagged for sleep and stress support; many people build a short nightly ritual around brewing and sipping a cup like this one. A little honey and a lemon slice soften the herbal edge without overpowering it.
Let it steep the full eight to ten minutes for the fullest flavor, then sip slowly.
Because it's naturally caffeine-free, it's a good option even for a second or third cup in the evening. Store any leftover dried herbs in a sealed jar away from light to keep them fresh longer.
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons dried lemon balm leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried passionflower
- 2 cups hot water — just below boiling
- 1 teaspoon honey — optional, for sweetness
- 2 slices fresh lemon — optional garnish
Instructions
- 1Place lemon balm and passionflower in a teapot or heatproof cup.
- 2Pour hot water over the herbs and cover. Let steep for 8–10 minutes.
- 3Strain into mugs. Add honey if desired and garnish with lemon slices.
- 4Sip slowly, ideally before bedtime.