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Lemon Balm & Peppermint Infusion
A refreshing herbal cup blending the gentle citrus scent of dried Lemon Balm Leaves with the cooling aromatic notes of dried Peppermint Leaves. A simple two-herb infusion preserved from our original Shopify recipe archive.
Meet the dried herbs
Lemon Balm & Peppermint Leaves
Melissa officinalis dried leaves and Mentha × piperita dried leaves. Both are authentic single-botanical products from our herbal pantry.
Archived original quantities
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon dried Lemon Balm Leaves (Melissa officinalis)
- 1 teaspoon dried Peppermint Leaves (Mentha × piperita)
- 1 cup freshly boiled water
- Honey, optional
Source-faithful preparation
Method
- Place the dried lemon balm and peppermint in a cup, teapot or suitable infuser.
- Pour over the freshly boiled water.
- Cover and steep for 5–10 minutes.
- Strain the botanical leaves and sweeten with a little honey if desired.
Botanical & preparation notes
- Original source: These two ingredients, equal one-teaspoon quantities, one cup of hot water, optional honey and 5–10-minute infusion come from the preserved Lemon Balm Leaves Shopify recipe archive. No additional ingredients or medicinal claims are introduced.
- Botanical accuracy: Use dried culinary Melissa officinalis Lemon Balm Leaves and Mentha × piperita Peppermint Leaves, not Spearmint or a different mint species.
- Sensitivities: Peppermint may aggravate acid reflux in some people. Consult appropriate professional guidance if pregnant/breastfeeding or taking medicines where relevant. Avoid known mint-family sensitivities.
- Honey and temperature: Honey is not suitable for infants under one year. Handle freshly boiled water carefully and strain before serving.
- Image authenticity: The image is the real Lemon Balm Leaves 20 g pouch, not an invented prepared tea photograph.