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Personally, a rosemary tea recipe is an absolute must-recipe for this winter season. A few sips of hot rosemary tea make us feel relaxed and light.

This herbal tea recipe is super simple, and easy and does not need any skills to master. A few years ago, my friend introduced this rosemary tea recipe for the first time, and since then it has become one of my routine activities in this kind of cold weather.

Rosemary tea recipe is super simple, easy and does not need any skills to master. A few years ago, my friend introduced this rosemary tea recipe for the first time, since then it becomes one of my routine activity in this kind of cold weather.

I have a pot of rosemary plants in my backyard; I used to bring them inside my home when the nights go to the freezing temperatures.

The rosemary plants are hardy and can withstand the cold weather. But, I do not want to take up any chances. Moreover, I need them precisely for seasoning and making this tea during winter times.

Because of the freezing weather, I have not stepped onto my deck for a while. and most of my plants turned yellow, and some shed their leaves already.

But the sage and the rosemary are still fresh and green. I love these two the most, as they can flavor anything from dinner to tea.

No matter what we cook, a small sprig of rosemary brings an extraordinary aroma that anyone will fall in love with.

Though it is not officially winter here in Pennsylvania, however, we already started feeling the wintertime. Fleece pants and jackets are keeping us warm the entire day.

Additionally, herbal tea like this rosemary tea recipe gives you extra warmth beyond your expectations.

The northeastern coast of the U.S. is already started with the frosty temperature. The weather reports remind me of getting into my winter routine work.

Apart from pulling throws and jackets from the rear side of the closet, we made this herbal tea to welcome the winter here.

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Why you should make this rosemary tea recipe

Hot and comfortable drink.
The fresh rosemary tea has its benefits. The Healthline, says rosemary tea is high in antioxidants, also antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory.
Super easy to make, ready under 10 minutes without any work.
Some say this tea is good for hair growth. But, I have not observed this in my personal experience.

Its Side effects

Apart from its benefits, the rosemary tea recipe is also wrapped up with some side effects. Some may experience negative when they are on medication. This So seeks your doctor's guidelines regarding this tea.

I'm not a medical expert; I share this through my experience. So, always consult your doctor when you are on medications.

How to prepare Rosemary tea

Making this drink is a breeze and does not involve any straining physical work. You can train your grown-up children to help you make this tea. The easy herbal tea recipe makes the children and their momma happy. The children would feel they achieved something better in the cooking. Alternatively, the mommy feels excellent for having her soothing tea from their children.

This shows how simple the rosemary tea recipe is. We can make this recipe however we want to make. The main point is to infuse the flavors of the rosemary into the hot water. We can achieve this result in many ways.

We can prepare the tea with Stovetop, microwave method, or with the infusers. Likewise, we can use either fresh rosemary or dried rosemary. No matter what we use, it all tastes super delicious and soothing.

You may use the fresh or dried herb with the following methods.

Stovetop. Bring two cups of water to a boil. Stir a small sprig of rosemary. Close the lid by allowing the fresh herb to infuse the water. Strain the liquid and transfer it to serving glasses.

Microwave. Add two cups of water to the microwave-safe bowl and add the rosemary leaves. Set aside for 10 minutes until the water is infused with the flavors.

Just be cautious when handling hot boiling water in the new ceramic bowls.

Infusers. You may also use tea infusers for easy usage. You dump either fresh or dried herbs in the infuser and place them in a cup of hot water. Wait for 10 minutes, and remove the infuser.

When you want your tea to be bold with a rosemary aroma, add them while boiling the water. And add it later when you keep it simple and light.

Finally, combine with honey and lemon juice. Stir well and serve.

The ingredients

Water. Boiling water is needed; you may use the electric kettle, stovetop, or microwave, whichever is convenient.

Honey. This is optional. I want to drink my tea without love, but others in my family prefer with a pet. So, adding honey depends on an individual's preference.

Lemon. Lemon juice compliments the taste of the honey and gives a refreshing flavor and taste.

Alternatively, you may use natural sugar like agave nectar or maple syrup.

The variations for the rosemary tea recipe

This tea with rosemary flavors is essential and has many choices for improving and enhancing. Keep experimenting with the different ingredients until you find your soul hearted.

Ginger. It is an excellent addition to brighten the aroma that spreads throughout the room.

Lime. Swap lime juice for the lemon juice. Both have a unique, distinct aroma and choose your favorite.

Basil. Want to have a bold beverage? Add a few leaves of basil; this mixture of flavors is amusing.

Mint. Another choice that combines well with this delicious tea. Basil and mint leaves have more bold flavors than the rosemary. So, when opting for these combinations, always go with half the quantity of rosemary. This avoids any overpowering of flavors.

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