Chamomile Cooler
Recipe: #20210
July 18, 2015
Categories: Beverages, Non-Alcoholic, Mexican, Southwest, 5 Ingredients Or Less, Fat Free, Gluten-Free, Low Cholesterol, Low Fat No Eggs, Non-Dairy, Vegan, Vegetarian, more
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Original is 6 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (18.6 g)
- Calories 56.7
- Total Fat - 0 g
- Saturated Fat - 0 g
- Cholesterol - 0 mg
- Sodium - 0.7 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 15.4 g
- Dietary Fiber - 0 g
- Sugars - 15.3 g
- Protein - 0.1 g
- Calcium - 1.1 mg
- Iron - 0.1 mg
- Vitamin C - 0.1 mg
- Thiamin - 0 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
In a large pot bring 6 cups of water to a boil over high heat. Remove pot from heat and stir in the chamomile and lemon verbena. Cover and steep for 10 minutes.
Step 2
Meanwhile, place a large strainer lined with cheesecloth or a damp paper towel over another pot or heat-proof bowl. Strain tea, pressing on the herbs to extract all liquid. Stir in honey until it dissolves, and let the tea cool completely, about 1 hour. Fill four tall glasses with ice. Pour tea over ice and serve immediately.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- When selecting chamomile flowers, make sure to get dried flowers as fresh flowers will not steep properly.
- If you can't find lemon verbena leaves, you can use dried lemon balm leaves as a substitute.
- Lavender flowers (dried, 1/2 cup) instead of chamomile flowers - Lavender has a more floral and sweet flavor than chamomile, which will give this drink a sweeter taste.
- Lemon balm leaves (dried, 2 tablespoons) instead of lemon verbena leaves - Lemon balm has a milder flavor than lemon verbena, which will make the drink less tart and more refreshing.
Minty Chamomile Cooler In a large pot bring 6 cups of water to a boil over high heat. Remove pot from heat and stir in the chamomile, lemon verbena, and 2 tablespoons of fresh mint leaves. Cover and steep for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, place a large strainer lined with cheesecloth or a damp paper towel over another pot or heat-proof bowl. Strain tea, pressing on the herbs to extract all liquid. Stir in honey until it dissolves, and let the tea cool completely, about 1 hour. Fill four tall glasses with ice. Pour tea over ice and serve immediately.
Baked Salmon with Lemon and Herbs - This light and flavorful dish pairs perfectly with the Chamomile Cooler. The lemon and herbs in the salmon bring out the tartness of the lemon verbena in the cooler, while the salmon itself provides a heartier accompaniment to the herbal tea.
Roasted Asparagus with Lemon and Parmesan: This simple yet delicious side dish brings out the tartness of the lemon in the Chamomile Cooler. The Parmesan adds a savory flavor that complements the herbal tea, while the asparagus provides a crunchy texture to the meal.
FAQ
Q: How much time does it take to prepare this Chamomile Cooler?
A: It takes approximately 1 hour to prepare the Chamomile Cooler, including 10 minutes of steeping time and 1 hour of cooling time.
Q: What ingredients are needed to make the Chamomile Cooler?
A: The ingredients needed to make the Chamomile Cooler are chamomile tea, honey, lemon juice, and cold water.
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Fun facts:
Chamomile has been used for centuries for its calming and soothing effects. Ancient Egyptians drank chamomile tea for medicinal purposes, and it was even found in the tomb of King Tutankhamun.
The British Royal Family has been known to drink chamomile tea for generations. Queen Elizabeth II is said to enjoy a cup of chamomile tea before bedtime.