Herb Gardens

Teapot Song
I’m a little teapot, short and stout
Here is my handle, here is my spout
When the kettle’s boiling, hear me shout
Tip me over, pour me out.

Herbal Tea Formulas
Here are some formulas for creating tea blends out of your favorite herbs and spices. Use one part of each ingredient listed in the tea recipe you are following. To make a single cup of tea, use 1/2 teaspoon of dried herb leaf for each ingredient listed. You can make these blends in bulk, to have on hand when you are ready to make a cup of tea.

British Herb Tea
This tea makes a caffeine free blend which is similar in taste to traditional black tea. Oswego tea (AKA bee balm or bergamot) was used by Native Americans as a refreshing beverage. Colonial Americans, through their contacts with the various Indian tribes, became aware of this herb and its myriad uses. Oswego tea was one of the many herbal tea substitutes used by the American colonists during the Revolutionary War, which was set off by the events of the Boston Tea Party.

• Sage
• Bergamot
• Lemon balm

Cough and Cold Brew
The anise hyssop adds a natural sweet flavor to this tea. Brew a cup of this tea anytime you are starting to feel a cold come on.

• anise hyssop
• angelica
• cinnamon basil
• catmint

Lemon Drop Tea
This tea tastes terrific served with a bit of honey, and a fresh slice of lemon.

• lemon balm
• lemon basil
• lemon grass
• lemon verbena
• loose green tea leaves

Stress Relief Tea
Take this blend 1/2 hour to an hour before going to bed to help you unwind, relax and get a restful nights sleep.

• chamomile flowers
• lavender flowers
• lemon balm
• catnip

Take care,
Lynn

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