Refreshing Honey Chamomile Tea Lemonade
A soothing and refreshing blend of chamomile tea, fresh lemon juice, and honey, perfect for a calming and bright beverage to enjoy chilled or warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chamomile tea bags (organic loose leaf preferred)
- 4 cups boiling water (950 ml)
- 1/4 to 1/3 cup honey (85–113 g), preferably raw or local
- 3 large fresh lemons (about 1/2 cup or 120 ml fresh lemon juice)
- 2 cups cold water (475 ml)
- Ice cubes as needed
- Optional garnish: lemon slices, fresh chamomile flowers, or mint sprigs
Instructions
- Bring 4 cups (950 ml) of water to a rolling boil, about 5 minutes.
- Place 4 chamomile tea bags into a large heatproof pitcher or teapot. Pour boiling water over the tea bags and steep for 5–7 minutes.
- Remove tea bags and stir in 1/4 to 1/3 cup (85-113 g) honey while the tea is still warm until fully dissolved.
- Juice 3 large lemons to yield about 1/2 cup (120 ml) fresh lemon juice, straining out seeds and pulp if desired.
- Add the lemon juice and 2 cups (475 ml) cold water to the sweetened tea and stir gently.
- Refrigerate the pitcher for at least 1 hour to chill and let flavors meld.
- Serve over ice cubes and garnish with lemon slices or fresh chamomile flowers if available.
Notes
Steep chamomile tea for 5-7 minutes to avoid bitterness. Stir honey into warm tea to dissolve fully without losing enzymes. Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor. Chill for at least 1 hour for optimal taste. Adjust sweetness or tartness by adding more honey or water as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 8 fl oz
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 17
- Sodium: 2
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 0.1
Keywords: honey chamomile tea, lemonade, refreshing drink, iced tea, soothing beverage, herbal tea, summer drink