STARTER FORMULA
For one 8 fl oz cup
1 tsp lemon balm
1 tsp lemongrass
½ tsp orange peel
¼ tsp lemon verbena
PREPARATION
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Measure the herbs into a roomy infuser.
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Add 8 fl oz water just off the boil—about 200°F.
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Cover and steep for 7–10 minutes.
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Strain. Notice the aroma, color, body, and finish before adjusting your next cup.
SENSORY NOTES
Bright lemon aroma · soft green middle · rounded citrus-peel finish · pale golden-green liquor
MAKE IT YOUR OWN
Softer: reduce the orange peel. Brighter: add a pinch of lemon verbena. Rounder: stir in honey after steeping.
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BOTANICAL FIELD NOTES
Lemon balm — the soft green-lemon foundation.
Lemongrass — a clean, bright high citrus note.
Orange peel — rounded zest with a gentle bitter edge.
Lemon verbena — aromatic lift that keeps the finish lively.
SAFETY & GOOD PRACTICE
For culinary education only; not medical advice. Use culinary-grade ingredients. Check allergies and possible medication, pregnancy, or health-condition concerns with a qualified professional. Stop use if irritation occurs.