HIGH SUMMER TEA

‍ ‍. Brewing it up in the test kitchen at Rasa Veda Apothecary, Tea House, and Curios

This is a tea I have been making for myself throughout the summer.

I brew a large batch in the evening and let it steep overnight. By morning, it is chilled and ready to drink throughout the day.

There is something I love about having a pitcher of herbal tea waiting in the refrigerator. It asks very little of me. I simply pour a glass and drink.

The peppermint brings a clear, refreshing coolness. Rose softens the blend and offers its beautiful aromatic presence. Oat straw brings gentle nourishment. Burdock adds an earthy grounding quality, while licorice gives the tea a natural sweetness and rounds everything out.

High Summer Tea Recipe:

1 part peppermint

1 part rose petals

1 part oat straw

½ part burdock root

½ part licorice root

Place the herbs in a large glass jar or heatproof vessel and cover with freshly boiled water. Cover and allow to steep overnight.

Strain in the morning and refrigerate.

Enjoy chilled & warm

This is not a complicated medicine.

It is simply a way of putting good plants into your day.

Note: Licorice is not appropriate for everyone and can interact with certain medications and health conditions. If you are pregnant, taking medication, managing a health condition, or have been advised to avoid licorice, please check with your healthcare provider before using it regularly.