How To Make Your Own Elderflower Infusion or Iced Tea
How to Make an Elderflower Infusion or Iced Tea
Elderflower is a truly wonderful plant, with so many health benefits and an excellent way to boost the immune system. This infusion is a simple way to enjoy elderflower as a warm drink or a refreshing iced tea. I hope you enjoy!
Equipment
- Kettle
- Heat proof container
- Jug for fridge (for iced tea)
- Sieve or tea strainer
Materials
- 1 branch Elderflowers
- 1/3 Cucumber sliced For iced tea only
- 1 Lemon (1/2 sliced and 1/2 juiced) For iced tea only
Instructions
- Take some elderflowers, pick off the flowers only (do not use the stalks or leaves) and place into a heat resistant vessel
- Add just boiled water
- Allow to steep for at least 15 minutes
- Strain through a sieve, tea strainer or diffuser
- Enjoy as a warming tea or….
- Place into a jug for the fridge and mix with ice lemon and cucumber for a refreshing cold drink
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