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CITRUS GARDEN

Bright citrus, soft green herbs, and a clean garden finish.

Designed as a gentle introduction to blending, Citrus Garden pairs lively citrus notes with soft green herbs for a cup that feels bright, fresh, and easy to make your own.

Fresh citrus fruits and peels arranged beside a book on a light tabletop.
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Vintage botanical illustration of the herbs and citrus used in the Citrus Garden recipe.

STARTER FORMULA

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For one 8 fl oz cup

1 tsp lemon balm
1 tsp lemongrass
½ tsp orange peel
¼ tsp lemon verbena

 

PREPARATION

  1. Measure the herbs into a roomy infuser.

  2. Add 8 fl oz water just off the boil—about 200°F.

  3. Cover and steep for 7–10 minutes.

  4. 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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Explore the Ingredients

Lemon Balm

Orange Peel

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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.

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