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There’s something quietly luxurious about a cup of homemade lavender tea. It’s just dried buds and hot water, but the aroma alone can flip the switch from chaos to calm. Think spa day, but in your favorite mug.

This herbal tea has a soft, floral flavor with just enough earthiness to keep it grounded. You can serve it hot or iced, and it’s especially good with a drizzle of honey or a splash of homemade lavender syrup. You’re in charge of the strength, the flavor, and the vibe.

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Homemade Lavender Tea with Honey
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Here’s Why This Lavender Tea Recipe Works

Two ingredients, zero stress: Dried lavender buds and hot water. That’s it.

No caffeine, no crash: Sip it day or night, zero jitters.

Customize the flavor: Steep it strong, add honey or syrup, serve it hot or iced.

Built-in aromatherapy: Smells like you just booked a massage. No candle required.

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Homemade Lavender Tea with Honey

If you’re into lavender’s soft, floral flavor, don’t stop at tea. Our Vanilla Lavender Ice Cream is a great place to start.

Recipe Tips

Use culinary-grade lavender: Not all lavender is edible. Make sure the label says “culinary” or “food-grade.”

Don’t overdo it: A little lavender goes a long way. Too much can make the tea bitter or soapy.

Steep with care: Keep the steeping time under 10 minutes. Any longer and the flavor can turn harsh, set a timer.

Warm your mug first: Swirl hot water in your cup before pouring the tea to help it stay warmer, longer.

Strain thoroughly: Use a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth to catch every last bud.

Store leftovers smart: Extra tea keeps in the fridge for up to 5 days and tastes great cold.

Make iced tea without watering it down: Freeze some of the tea in ice cube trays so your drink stays bold and flavorful.

Love baking with floral flavors? This Lavender Cake recipe is light, fragrant, and a perfect next step for anyone hooked on lavender.

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Lavender Tea with Honey

Tea Made with Lavender Buds

Homemade lavender tea is simple to make and quietly luxurious. It’s soothing, fragrant, and easy to enjoy hot or iced. Perfect for a slow morning or a peaceful pause in the afternoon. Try it with a spoonful of lavender-infused sugar for an extra layer of floral sweetness. No spa appointment required.

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Honey drizzling into lavender tea with lavender bud next to it.
Prep Time: 1 minute
Total Time: 1 minute
4.85 from 59 votes

Homemade Lavender Tea

By Dahn Boquist
Turn your home into a spa retreat! Learn how to make your own homemade lavender tea. It is a soothing drink that will help you wind down and relax.

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Servings: 8 cups
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Ingredients 

  • 4 tablespoons dried culinary lavender buds
  • 8 cups water, boiling

Instructions 

  • Place the lavender buds in a pot and pour boiling water over them.
  • Allow the lavender to steep for 10 minutes.
  • Pour the tea through a strainer into a cup. 
  • Add honey or sugar as desired.

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Notes

Storage: Keep any leftover tea in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat gently or enjoy it cold.
For iced tea: Freeze some of the brewed tea in ice cube trays to avoid watering it down with regular ice.
Sweetener options: A drizzle of honey, a splash of lavender syrup, or a spoonful of lavender-infused sugar all complement the floral notes beautifully.
Adjust strength: Steep longer for a stronger brew, but keep it under 10 minutes to avoid bitterness.
Serve it your way: Lavender tea is equally calming hot or cold. Perfect for quiet mornings or unwinding in the evening.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 serving, Calories: 3kcal, Sodium: 10mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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About Dahn Boquist

Dahn Boquist is a retired nurse turned recipe developer, home cook, and baker with years of hands-on experience creating and testing from-scratch recipes. She specializes in whole-food cooking with creative twists on classic dishes. When she’s not in the kitchen, she enjoys sharing meals with family, exploring the Pacific Northwest, and spending time with her grandchildren.

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3 Comments

    1. Dahn Boquist says:

      Thanks Helen, so happy to share.

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      1. Helen at the Lazy Gastronome says:

        so glad you did – Having some lavender tea now!

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