Calming Cedar Tea
Experience tranquility with a soothing cup of Calming Cedar Tea, a recipe designed to bring nature’s serenity into your home. Infused with the gentle, woodsy essence of fresh or dried cedar leaves, this warm herbal tea is a grounding blend that’s as aromatic as it is relaxing. Perfect for cozy evenings, it requires only two simple ingredients—cedar leaves and filtered water—with optional additions of honey and lemon juice for a touch of sweetness and brightness. Crafted in just 15 minutes, this caffeine-free beverage promotes relaxation with every sip, making it an ideal companion for unwinding after a long day. Serve it warm to fully savor its calming qualities and earthy undertones while delighting in its connection to the natural world.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cedar leaves (or dried cedar leaves)
- 2 cups Filtered water
- 1 teaspoon Honey (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
Gently wash the cedar leaves under cool running water to remove any dirt or debris.
In a small saucepan, bring 2 cups of filtered water to a gentle boil.
Once the water reaches a boil, reduce the heat to low and add the cedar leaves to the saucepan.
Simmer the cedar leaves in the water for approximately 5-7 minutes, allowing the aromatic oils to infuse the water.
Turn off the heat, cover the saucepan with a lid, and let the tea steep for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Strain the tea using a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into mugs, discarding the cedar leaves.
If desired, stir in honey and/or lemon juice for added sweetness and flavor.
Serve the tea warm and enjoy its calming, woodsy aroma and flavor. Sip slowly for maximum relaxation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
22 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.1 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.9 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 9 mg | 0% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
