Recipe: Fall Herbs and Cinnamon Tea

Fall Herbs and Cinnamon Tea

The combination of fragrant thyme and rosemary along with spicy cinnamon is surprisingly delicious. This warming, aromatic tea is a perfect digestive for cooler autumn days and nights.

 

Tip

While you can use dried herbs in this recipe, fresh herbs give it a vibrant and fresh aroma, which is always part of an infusion’s magic.

 

 

3 sprigs fresh thyme (or 2 tsp/10 mL dried thyme) 2 pieces (2 inches/5 cm long each) cinnamon sticks 1 sprig rosemary (or 2 tsp/10 mL dried rosemary leaves) Liquid honey (optional)

 

1. In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups (1 L) water to a boil. Remove from
2. Stir in thyme, cinnamon sticks and Cover and let stand for 10 minutes.
3. Strain into teacups. Stir in honey (if using) to taste.

 

Health Tip

Digestive teas are common in most cultures . The harmonious combination of warming cinnamon bark, rosemary and thyme is delightful . Thyme relieves indigestion and benefits the lungs and mind . Rosemary is a sweet and warming pungent herb that nourishes the heart

 

 

Clear-the-Lungs Tea

This sweet and aromatic hot beverage is great when you are finished with a cold but want to clear excess mucus and soothe a slight cough .

 

 

 Tip

If you don’t have loose tea, cut open a tea bag and measure out the correct amount.

 

11⁄2 tbsp chopped raw almonds, rinsed 1 tsp anise seeds 1⁄2 tsp loose green tea Liquid honey (optional)

 

1. In a large saucepan, combine 4 cups (1 L) water, almonds and anise seeds and bring to a Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
2. Strain liquid into a small Return to pan. Add green tea, cover and let stand for 3 minutes.
3. Strain into teacups. Stir in honey (if using) to taste.

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