This soothing, warm-spiced wellness drink brings together the natural properties of chamomile, cinnamon, and a touch of star anise. It makes a wonderfully comforting, zero-sugar evening ritual to help you wind down, relax your digestion, and enjoy a cozy moment before sleep.
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Ingredients
1 bag of organic chamomile tea (or 1 tbsp loose chamomile flowers)
1 small cinnamon stick
1 whole star anise (visible in the background of the image)
1 cup water
1 tsp fresh lemon juice (optional, for a clean finish)
A few drops of liquid stevia or monk fruit (optional, to sweeten without sugar)
Instructions
1. Prep the Spices
In a small saucepan, combine the 1 cup of water, the cinnamon stick, and the whole star anise.
2. Simmer and Infuse
Bring the water to a gentle boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover with a lid, and let the spices simmer for 3 to 5 minutes. This quick simmer allows the cinnamon and star anise to release their aromatic oils and warm flavors directly into the water base.
3. Steep the Tea
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Drop the chamomile tea bag directly into the spiced water. Cover again and let it steep for 5 minutes to fully draw out the calming properties of the chamomile.
4. Strain and Pour
Remove the tea bag, cinnamon stick, and star anise. Pour the clear, warm amber liquid directly into your glass or mug, matching the soothing, cloudy-golden presentation shown in the image.
5. Finish and Sip
Stir in a splash of fresh lemon juice and a few drops of your favorite sugar-free sweetener if desired. Sip slowly while warm right before bed!