HOW DO YOU MAKE CHAMOMILE TEA TASTE BETTER

If you do not want to use sugar but want to make the chamomile tea taste better without sugar, you can try raw honey (just like I do sometimes!) or you can use other natural sweeteners like pure maple syrup (make sure to use the natural 100% pure maple syrup) or your favorite natural sweeteners.

Chamomile is an herb that has been known for its various medicinal and health benefits for a long time now.It is not a coincidence that this is one of the two varieties of tea that are a must-have in my home; it has proven its worthiness.But drinking the same cup of regular chamomile tea every day may not seem like the best thing.Sometimes we just need to change things up a bit. This is why I decided to create this extensive list with some useful tips and tricks that I have used throughout the years to make my cup of chamomile tea taste better.

05 Ways to Make Chamomile Tea Taste Better

1. Use High-Quality Chamomile Tea

I know it may seem obvious, but it needs to be mentioned, especially if you have only been drinking chamomile tea bags. You never know how much you are missing until you try drinking loose whole flowers and leaves chamomile tea. The real chamomile tea has a very full-bodied taste and a slight deep sweet after taste, almost as if there is a honey in it. A fantastic aroma also accompanies the great flavor.

2. Use the Right Preparation Methods

To make the best tasting chamomile tea, you need to know what is the best way to prepare it.

• Use up to four grams (or up to two tablespoons) of loose chamomile tea per standard 8.5 oz cup of water;

• The recommended brewing temperature is about 212 degrees F.; and

• The recommended steeping time is about 3 to 5 minutes.

If you are using fresh chamomile flowers, you can use up to 3 or 4 tablespoons of them.

The generally accepted steeping time is between 3 to 5 minutes for chamomile tea bags.

However, lose chamomile tea can be steeped for a longer, typically about 10 minutes (and up to 60 minutes) or until the chamomile flowers start sinking to the bottom.

This allows the chamomile flowers to release all their flavors and compounds fully into the water, making the tea stronger, more full-bodied, and you will be able to take full advantage of its medicinal properties.

3. Add Different Sweeteners

Different sweeteners can be used with chamomile tea to make it taste sweeter and more lively. One of my personal favorites is honey. Good high-quality honey is a must. It complements the unique natural sweetness of chamomile tea. For the best results, you can try to use one or two teaspoons of honey, depending on how much of a sweet tooth you have.

4. Mix It With Different Types of Tea

Chamomile tea can be effectively mixed with different types of tea due to its mild flavor. Some teas that can be mixed with chamomile tea are:

• Spearmint tea;

• Blackberry tea;

• Lemongrass tea;

• lemon balm tea;

• Green tea;

• Linden tea;

Lavender is another popular tea that is used for its calming effects. The unique flowery flavor combined with the slight earthy and smokey notes can complement the flavor of chamomile really well. The combination of these teas can make for the perfect late evening tea that can aid your sleep and help you unwind.

5. Use Different Types of Condiments and Spices

Spices are another method that you can use to improve the taste of your chamomile tea. Spices are not reserved only for the Masala chai. There is a wide variety of spices and condiments that you can use like:

• Cinnamon;

• Vanilla;

• Jasmine;

• Mint;

• Clove;

• Ginger;