What herbal tea should you drink in the morning to boost energy and focus?

Start your day on a refreshing and rejuvenating note with these delightful herbal tea recipes! From zesty citrus blends to soothing floral infusions, we've got you covered with a wide array of flavors and potential health benefits. Dive into these herbaceous elixirs and let them become your new morning ritual.

With these 14 vibrant herbal tea recipes at your fingertips, you'll never run out of delightful and invigorating ways to start your mornings. From the bright and zesty flavors of citrus and ginger to the soothing aromas of florals like lavender and chamomile, there's an herbal elixir for every taste preference. Make these recipes a part of your morning ritual, and embrace the natural goodness that each sip has to offer

1. Fresh Mint Tea Recipe

Ingredients for Fresh Mint Tea:

• 1 cup fresh mint leaves
• 1 cup boiling water

Instructions for Fresh Mint Tea:

1. Place the fresh mint leaves in a teapot or heatproof pitcher.
2. Pour the boiling water over the mint leaves and let steep for 5-7 minutes.
3. Strain and serve hot or iced.

 

1. Honey Ginger Tea Recipe

Ingredients for Honey Ginger Tea Recipe:

• 1-inch knob of fresh ginger, grated or thinly sliced
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1-2 tsp honey (optional)

Instructions for Honey Ginger Tea Recipe:

1. Place the grated/sliced ginger in a mug or teapot.
2. Pour the boiling water over the ginger and let steep for 5-7 minutes.
3. Strain into a fresh mug, add honey to taste and stir.

 

1. Rosemary Tea Recipe

Ingredients for Rosemary Tea Recipe:

• 2 tsp dried rosemary or 3-4 sprigs fresh rosemary
• 1 cup boiling water

Instructions for rosemary Tea Recipe:

1. Place rosemary in a teapot or mug.
2. Pour boiling water over and let steep for 5-7 minutes.
3. Strain and serve hot.

 

1. Maple Hibiscus Iced Tea Recipe

Ingredients for Maple Hibiscus Iced Tea Recipe:

• 4 cups water
• 1⁄4 cup dried hibiscus flowers
• 2-3 tbsp maple syrup

Instructions for Maple Hibiscus Iced Tea Recipe:

1. Bring water to a boil, remove from heat and add hibiscus flowers.
2. Let steep for 10-15 minutes, then strain into a pitcher.
3. Stir in maple syrup and chill before serving over ice.

 

1. Japanese Royal Milk Tea Recipe

Ingredients for Japanese Royal Milk Tea Recipe :

• 2 tsp loose leaf black tea (or 2 bags)
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1⁄2 cup milk
• 1-2 tsp sugar (optional)

Instructions for making Japanese Royal Milk Tea Recipe:

1. Steep the black tea in the boiling water for 3-5 minutes.
2. Remove tea leaves/bags and add milk and sugar to taste.
3. Heat gently just until steaming but not boiling.
4. Serve hot.

 

6. Mint and Lemon Linden Iced Tea Recipe 

Ingredients for Mint and Lemon Linden Iced Tea Recipe:

• 4 cups water
• 3-4 linden tea bags (or 2 tbsp dried linden flowers)
• 1⁄2 cup fresh mint leaves
• 1⁄4 cup lemon juice
• Honey or sugar to taste

Instructions for making Mint and Lemon Linden Iced Tea Recipe :

1. Bring water to a boil, then remove from heat and add linden tea bags/flowers and mint leaves.
2. Let steep for 10-15 minutes, then remove tea bags/flowers.
3. Stir in lemon juice and sweetener to taste.
4. Chill completely before serving over ice.

 

1. Sparkling Hibiscus Tea recipe

Ingredients for Sparkling Hibiscus Tea recipe :

• 1⁄4 cup dried hibiscus flowers
• 4 cups boiling water
• Juice of 1 lime
• 2 tbsp honey
• Sparkling water or club soda

Instructions for making Sparkling Hibiscus Tea recipe :

1. Steep hibiscus flowers in boiling water for 10-15 minutes.
2. Strain and stir in lime juice and honey.
3. For each serving, mix 1⁄2 cup hibiscus tea with 1⁄2 cup sparkling water over ice.

 

1. Rose Hip Tea Recipe

Ingredients for Rose Hip Tea Recipe :

• 2 tbsp dried rose hips
• 1 cup boiling water

Instructions for making Rose Hip Tea Recipe :

1. Place rose hips in a teapot or mug.
2. Pour boiling water over and let steep for 10 minutes.
3. Strain and serve hot or iced.

 

1. Lavender Chamomile Tea

Ingredients for Lavender Chamomile Tea :

• 1 tbsp dried chamomile flowers
• 1 tsp dried lavender buds
• 1 cup boiling water

Instructions for making Lavender Chamomile Tea :

1. Place chamomile and lavender in a teapot or mug.
2. Pour boiling water over and let steep for 5-7 minutes.
3. Strain and serve.

 

1. Berry Sangria Iced Tea

Ingredients for Berry Sangria Iced Tea :

• 4 cups water
• 4 black tea bags
• 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, raspberries, blackberries)
• 1⁄4 cup honey or agave syrup
• Juice of 1 orange
• Mint leaves for garnish

Instructions for making  Berry Sangria Iced Tea :

1. Bring water to a boil, steep tea bags for 5 minutes, then discard bags.
2. In a pitcher, muddle the berries with honey/agave until juicy.
3. Pour in brewed tea and orange juice, stirring gently.
4. Refrigerate for 2 hours before serving over ice with mint garnish.

 

1. Russian Herbal Tea Recipe

Ingredients for Russian Herbal Tea Recipe :

• 1 tsp dried peppermint
• 1 tsp dried lemongrass
• 1 tsp fennel seeds
• 1⁄2 tsp dried ginger
• 1 cup boiling water
• Honey to taste

Instructions for making Russian Herbal Tea Recipe :

1. Combine all dried herbs/spices in a teapot.
2. Pour boiling water over and let steep for 5-7 minutes.
3. Strain, stir in honey to taste, and serve hot.

 

1. Lemonade Ginger Tea Recipe

Ingredients for Lemonade Ginger Tea Recipe :

• 1-inch fresh ginger, grated or thinly sliced
• 1 cup boiling water
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 2-3 tsp honey

 

Instructions for making Lemonade Ginger Tea Recipe :

1. Steep the ginger in boiling water for 5 minutes. Strain out ginger.
2. Stir in lemon juice and honey until dissolved.
3. Top with ice and garnish with lemon slices.

 

1. Soothing Mint Chamomile Tea Recipe

Ingredients for Soothing Mint Chamomile Tea Recipe :

• 1 tbsp dried chamomile flowers
• 1⁄4 cup fresh mint leaves
• 1 cup boiling water
• Honey to taste

Instructions for making Soothing Mint Chamomile Tea Recipe :

1. Place chamomile and mint in a teapot or heatproof mug.
2. Pour boiling water over and let steep for 5-7 minutes.
3. Strain, stir in honey to taste, and serve.

 

1. Herbal Iced Tea Recipe

Ingredients for Herbal Iced Tea Recipe :

• 4 cups water
• Assortment of dried herbs and fruits (e.g. hibiscus, lemongrass, mint, berries)

Instructions for making Herbal Iced Tea Recipe :

1. Bring the water to a boil in a saucepan.
2. Remove from heat and add your desired combination of dried herbs and fruits.
3. Let steep for 10-15 minutes.
4. Strain the tea into a pitcher and let cool completely.
5. Serve over ice, garnished with fresh herbs or fruit slices if desired.

Whether you're seeking an energizing boost, a dose of antioxidants, or a moment of tranquil relaxation, these herbal infusions have you covered. Experiment with new flavor combinations, customize them to your liking, and perhaps even discover some hidden health benefits along the way.

So go ahead, brew up a steaming cup or a refreshing iced tea, and let the herbaceous aromas and flavors awaken your senses. Here's to vibrant mornings filled with the rejuvenating power of nature's botanicals!

 

We hope these recipes have inspired you to explore the wonderful world of herbal teas. Don't forget to share your creations and let us know which blends have become your personal favorites. Cheers to a uplifting and flavorful start to each day!