If you love natural, fragrant herbal teas, this relaxing citrus chamomile tea is a simple and pleasant drink to prepare at home. The scent of orange and lemon combines with the delicacy of chamomile, creating a warm, aromatic infusion that’s perfect to enjoy in the evening or during a relaxing break.
This tea is very easy to make and requires only a few ingredients, but the result is surprisingly fragrant. The citrus peels release their aroma into the hot water while the chamomile adds a sweet, relaxing note that makes this drink ideal after dinner or before going to sleep.
To make the tea even more enjoyable, we also added sliced almonds that, during infusion, absorb the citrus aroma and become soft and aromatic. Don’t throw them away after straining the tea: they’re delicious to eat.
This tea is perfect to prepare when you want a warm, natural, caffeine-free beverage—ideal to accompany a moment of relaxation or to end the day with something simple and fragrant.
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very inexpensive
- Preparation time: 5 Minutes
- Cooking time: 5 Minutes
- Portions: 1 cup
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients for the citrus chamomile tea:
- 1 cup (about 8.5 fl oz) water
- 1 tbsp chamomile flowers
- to taste organic orange zest (2-3 strips)
- to taste organic lemon zest (2-3 strips)
- 1 tbsp sliced almonds
- 1 tsp acacia honey
Tools for the citrus chamomile tea:
- 1 Small saucepan
- 1 Cup
- 1 Strainer
- 1 Teaspoon
- 1 Knife
Steps to prepare the relaxing citrus chamomile tea:
Heat the water in a small saucepan until it is just below boiling, about 194–203°F.
Meanwhile, prepare the citrus. With a knife or a vegetable peeler, cut 3 strips of orange peel and 3 strips of lemon peel, trying to take only the colored part of the skin and avoiding the white pith, which can be bitter. You can add or reduce the quantity according to your taste if you prefer a stronger or milder aroma.Put the chamomile (you can also use a chamomile tea bag—just remove it from the bag), the citrus peels and the sliced almonds into the saucepan. Let steep for about five minutes.
After the resting time, strain the tea directly into the cup. If desired, add a teaspoon of honey and stir well.Serve the tea still hot and remember not to discard the almond slices left in the strainer: after infusion they become soft and scented with citrus and are really pleasant to eat.
Effects of the relaxing citrus chamomile tea:
This tea combines natural ingredients that are traditionally used in evening infusions for their gentle, relaxing effects.
Chamomile is known for its calming properties and is often consumed in the evening because it helps promote relaxation and rest. It is also appreciated for its soothing effect on the stomach and for making the infusion particularly gentle.
The orange and lemon peels give the tea a fresh, citrus aroma and provide small amounts of natural aromatic compounds that can aid digestion and make the infusion lighter and more pleasant after meals.
The sliced almonds add a slightly sweet, rounded note to the tea. During infusion they absorb the citrus scent and become soft and aromatic, so they can be eaten after straining the infusion.
This tea is naturally caffeine-free and can be enjoyed at any time of the day, but it is particularly suitable in the evening or when you want to take a relaxing break.
Tips and variations
To make this tea even more fragrant you can add a small stick of cinnamon or a slice of fresh ginger. If you prefer a milder tea, you can use only orange or only lemon.
FAQ (Questions & Answers)
Can I make this tea without chamomile?
Yes, you can make a simpler version using only orange peel, lemon peel and sliced almonds. You will still obtain a very fragrant citrus tea.
Is it better to use organic citrus?
Yes, it is recommended to use organic oranges and lemons because the recipe uses the peels, which should be clean and free of treatments.
How long should the tea steep?
The ideal steeping time is about five minutes. This way the chamomile and citrus peels release their aroma without becoming too strong.
Can I replace the honey?
Of course, honey is optional. You can drink the tea plain or sweeten it with sugar, maple syrup or other sweeteners of your choice.
Are the sliced almonds edible?
Yes, after infusion they become soft and scented with citrus. You can eat them or add them to yogurt or fruit salad.
