Lemon Verbena Garden Tea

Indulge in the enchanting summer afternoons in the garden where the sun drapes everything in golden light, the air hums with bees and hidden birdsong, and the simple act of pouring tea feels like a little ceremony of leisure.

This blend, Lemon Verbena Garden Tea, captures the elegance of such a moment. Bright, cooling, and gently herbal, it’s the sort of tea you might imagine being served in a shaded Regency garden, where roses climb trellises and friends linger in conversation over delicate teacups.

Ingredients (makes about 2 cups of blend)

• 2 cups green tea (any light green tea you enjoy)
• 2 tbsp dried lemon verbena (or lemon balm, if easier to find)
• 1 tbsp dried mint leaves
• 1 tbsp dried elderflower (optional, but adds a gentle floral sweetness)

Preparation 

(See the post "Ways to Prepare Loose-Leaf Tea Blends" as a guide)

1. Use 1 teaspoon of blend per cup. 
2. Heat water to 175°F (just before boiling).
3. Steep for 2–3 minutes.
4. Serve hot in delicate cups for a refreshing lift — or pour over ice in a crystal glass for a summer refresher.

I add a little honey for sweetness and a fresh slice of lemon brings together all the wonderful favors.

Simple, elegant, and refreshing, Lemon Verbena Garden Tea is a quiet invitation to slow down, to sip slowly, and to let summer linger a little longer.