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Chamomile & Honey Lemonade
A softly floral, citrus-bright lemonade made with a chamomile infusion, fresh lemon and a little honey.
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Chamomile Flowers
Matricaria chamomilla
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Ingredients
- 2 cups freshly boiled water — for steeping
- 2 tbsp dried Chamomile Flowers
- 3 tbsp honey
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 cups cold water — add after the infusion cools
- Fresh lemon slices
- Ice
Preparing your lemonade
Method
Pour the first 2 cups of freshly boiled water over the dried Chamomile Flowers and steep for 10 minutes. Strain the infusion and stir in the honey while still warm. Cool promptly, then add the fresh lemon juice and the additional 2 cups of cold water. Refrigerate until chilled. Serve over ice with fresh lemon slices.
Use the first two cups of water to steep the chamomile, then add the separate two cups of cold water when preparing the chilled lemonade.
Before you enjoy
Botanical & serving notes
- Plant allergies: Avoid chamomile if allergic to chamomile or related flowers such as ragweed, daisies, chrysanthemums and marigolds.
- Medication advice: Chamomile can interact with some medicines, including warfarin. If taking anticoagulants or other medication, or if pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a healthcare professional before consumption.
- Honey: Do not give honey-containing drinks to infants younger than 12 months.
- Serving & storage: Cool promptly, refrigerate and serve chilled. No prepared-drink shelf life is stated.