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Tonic, Building-Block Herbal Tea Mix: A Recipe
This is my favorite basic herbal tea mix. I use it on its own and as the base for more complex teas. In the cup, this tea mix produces an infusion that's slightly grassy in flavor and scent with a golden yellow color. It's an extremely healthful blend that can be used as the base for recipes designed for relaxation, recovery from illness and stress, and general support.
Ingredients for Making Tonic, Building-Block Herbal Tea Mix
- 1 cup dried Nettle leaf
- 1 cup dried Oat tops
- 1 cup dried Oat straw
- 1 cup dried Borage leaf
Equipment for Making Tonic, Building-Block Herbal Tea Mix
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 spoon
- a sealable container large enough to hold four dried cups of herbs
- a label
A Procedure for Making Tonic, Building-Block Herbal Tea Mix
- Pour the herbs into the mixing bowl and gently stir them with a spoon. Try not to break up the plant parts since this will release the essential oils.
- Pour the mix into a resealable container.
- Label the container with the name of the mix, ingredients and date mixed.
Storage of Tonic, Building-Block Herbal Tea Mix
Store your Basic Herbal Tea Mix in a cool dark place. Infuse one tablespoon of tea mix into eight ounces of boiling water for ten minutes to make a cup of tea. Some herbs that mix well with this tea include:
- Skullcap
- Calendula
- Hawthorn
- Rose hips and petals
- Lavender
- Peppermint or Spearmint