How to Make Lemon Balm Tea

Lemon balm is a member of the mint family known for its lemon fragrance. It makes a soothing tea often used for medicinal purposes. According to the Boston University School of Medicine, lemon balm has traditionally been used to treat a number of complaints including stomach problems, ADHD, headaches, high blood pressure, Grave's disease and Alzheimer's disease.

Things You'll Need

  • Fresh or dried lemon balm leaves
  • Cold water
  • Pot or kette
  • Tea pot, optional
  • Tea ball, optional
  • Cup

Instructions

  1. Gather 2 to 3 tbsp. of fresh lemon balm leaves or use 1 to 3 tsp. of dried leaves per cup of tea. Place the leaves in a tea ball or leave them loose in the cup or tea pot.

  2. Wash fresh leaves to remove dirt and debris.

  3. Fill a pot or kettle with fresh, cold water in the desired amount. Bring to a boil.

  4. Turn off the heat and pour the water over the tea leaves. Stir gently or dip the tea ball a few times. Allow the tea to steep for 8 to 10 minutes.

  5. Serve with honey or sugar if desired.

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