Honey-Infused Chamomile Dream
A soothing warm cocktail blending chamomile tea, honey, and a splash of brandy, perfect for cozy evenings. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together hot chamomile tea, brandy, and honey for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 oz hot chamomile tea
- 1.5 oz brandy
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 lemon wedge
- 1 pod star anise
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Instructions
- Step 1: Brew 4 oz hot chamomile tea and pour into a pre-warmed heatproof glass mug.
- Step 2: Stir in 1 tsp honey until fully dissolved.
- Step 3: Add 1.5 oz brandy and stir gently once to combine.
- Step 4: Squeeze a lemon wedge over the drink, then drop it in.
- Step 5: Garnish by placing a star anise pod on top for aroma and visual appeal.
- Step 6: Serve warm with a teaspoon for stirring as desired.





