Simmered Honey Chamomile Tea with Citrus Zest

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A calming, fragrant tea that imbibes the soothing properties of chamomile flowers and bright citrus zest for a relaxing drink. This recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, brings together dried chamomile flowers, water, 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 45 calories and feeds 4, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" 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.

Prep: 5 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Cocktails cuisine 45 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium saucepan, combine 4 cups of water and 2 tablespoons of dried chamomile flowers. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat and allow to steep for 8 minutes, releasing the floral aroma.
  2. Step 2: Remove the saucepan from heat and strain the chamomile tea into a heatproof pitcher, discarding the flowers.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 2 tablespoons of honey, 1 teaspoon of lemon zest, and 1 teaspoon of orange zest while the tea is still warm, ensuring the honey dissolves completely and the citrus oils imbibe into the liquid.
  4. Step 4: Serve warm or chilled over ice for a refreshing, fragrant beverage that comforts and refreshes.

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