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4 DIY Tea Blends You Can Create On Your Own

With a variety of new Be FreshĀ loose-leafĀ teaĀ now available, it is often funĀ to experiment and play around withĀ flavoursĀ by creating your own blends and brewing aĀ personalizedĀ tea just for you!Ā 

TheseĀ teas,Ā individually,Ā haveĀ manyĀ beneficial propertiesĀ for you toĀ sip on,Ā butĀ discovering yourĀ ownĀ blendĀ is fun.Ā Ā You canĀ experiment withĀ flavoursĀ andĀ alsoĀ addĀ fresh fruits like lemon zests or fresh gingerĀ toĀ enhance theĀ tasteĀ to your blends.Ā Ā Before you start blending, take these fresh ingredients and using a vegetable peeler remove thin strips, place them on a baking sheet and slowly dry them in the oven at 200 degrees for 2 hours, or if you have a dehydrator that works too!Ā  After you take them out of the oven, let them rest on the counter over night to cool and chop them into small pieces in the morning.Ā Ā 

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Have fun with these 4 tea blends:Ā Ā 

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Lavender chamomileĀ Ā 

This blend of lavender andĀ chamomileĀ is the perfect combination to help you wind down for the evening.Ā Mix thisĀ blend to help improve sleep, reduce inflammation and support your digestive system.Ā Ā 

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Mix Equal Parts Lavender and Chamomile leaves into a small bowl. Seal in a small glass jar. To serve, add 1 Tablespoon to a tea infuser forĀ 1 cupĀ of boiling water.Ā 

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Lemon Ginger ChamomileĀ Ā 

While chamomile is a source of calm and relaxation, ginger adds a spicyĀ flavourĀ to it while lemon adds a layer of freshness.Ā Ā 

MixĀ 1-partĀ lemon,Ā 1-partĀ ginger, and 2 partsĀ chamomileĀ to a small bowl. Seal in a small glass jar. To serve, add 1 Tablespoon to a tea infuser forĀ 1 cupĀ of boiling water.Ā 

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Peppermint Lemon GingerĀ 

Peppermint isĀ knownĀ to support digestion and relaxing your gastrolienal track while ginger can help eliminate toxins from your body.Ā The spicyĀ flavourĀ of the ginger will increase the longer it steeps.Ā 

Ā MixĀ 1-partĀ lemon,Ā 1-partĀ ginger, and 2 parts peppermint to a small bowl. Seal in a small glass jar. To serve, add 1 Tablespoon to a tea infuser forĀ 1 cupĀ of boiling water.Ā 

 

Hibiscus RoseĀ Ā 

This vibrant red tea with lots of sweet floral notes is packed with antioxidants and vitamins!Ā Ā 

Ā 3 parts hibiscus and 1 part rose petals, add 1 tablespoon to a teaĀ infuser perĀ 1 cup of boiling water.Ā Ā 

 

 

 

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Share your tea blending combinations with us and tag us on social or leave us a comment below.Ā Ā 

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Zoey Jones

Zoey is the social media and content coordinator at SPUD. When she is not at work you can find her making a mess in the kitchen, sipping on coffee and playing board games.

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