Apple Blossom Tea

Why people make this tea

Nourilo picked up a packet of apple blossom at the flower-tea shop, plus some imported dried apple, and brewed them together — clean, fragrant, and his mood lifted on the spot. As he puts it, just about any fragrant flower or herb tea can ease stress and soften a tense mood; the scent of apple does the same. So when you have a quiet moment, it’s a lovely thing to steep.

Method

1. Put the apple pieces and apple blossom into a teapot.
2. Pour in boiling water and steep about 5 minutes.
3. Serve; you can keep re-steeping until the flavour fades.

Nourilo’s Tips

Apple blossom tea is also associated with a brightening, complexion-caring quality and is helpful for people with sluggish digestion. If you can’t find dried apple, just substitute diced fresh apple.