Lemon Balm Leaves

Description

Lemon balm tea from dried lemon balm leaves

Lemon balm tea is made from the dried leaves of the lemon balm plant. It has a mild, lightly citrusy aroma and brings a fresh, gentle note to the cup. Therefore, lemon balm is a good choice for anyone who enjoys herbal teas with a natural and unobtrusive taste.

Lemon balm leaves have been part of European herb and tea culture for a long time. Their fine scent recalls lemon, fresh herbs and a warm summer day in the garden. In addition, lemon balm is very versatile because it works well on its own and also blends nicely with other herbs.

Lemon balm tea with a mild citrus note

The taste of lemon balm tea is fresh, mild and lightly citrusy. Compared with stronger herbal teas, lemon balm feels softer and rounder. As a result, it suits an easy cup of tea in the morning, during the day or in the evening. At the same time, the infusion stays pleasantly light, so the fine herbal aroma can come through clearly.

• Mild herbal tea with a fine citrus note
• Gentle, fresh scent
• Also pleasant as a chilled tea
• Enjoyable on its own or blended with other herbs
• Versatile for tea and kitchen use

Lemon balm leaves for tea and kitchen use

Dried lemon balm leaves are not only suitable for tea infusions. They also bring a fine herbal freshness to the kitchen. For example, they pair well with light dishes, salads, dressings and desserts. Lemon balm works especially well with fruit, mild sauces and summer recipes where a subtle fresh note is desired.

Lemon balm can also be used in tea blends in many ways. It pairs well with peppermint, lemon verbena, apple pieces, rosehip and other mild herbs. This creates fine infusions with a fresh, rounded and natural flavour. Moreover, lemon balm can round off a recipe without covering the other ingredients.

Preparation of lemon balm tea

For an aromatic lemon balm tea, pour hot water over the dried lemon balm leaves and let them steep for a few minutes. The longer the steeping time, the more intense the herbal taste becomes. However, if you prefer a milder cup, simply choose a slightly shorter steeping time.

When served warm, lemon balm tea tastes especially soft and aromatic. For a cold version, prepare the tea hot first and then let it cool. This helps preserve the fine aroma of the lemon balm leaves. Afterwards, you can enjoy the tea pure or serve it with ice cubes.

Storage of lemon balm leaves

To keep the fresh scent and mild aroma for as long as possible, store lemon balm leaves in a dry, cool and well-sealed place. You should avoid direct sunlight, moisture and strong surrounding odours because herbs can absorb smells easily. This keeps the tea aromatic and pleasantly fresh.