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Lavender tea is one of the easiest and most relaxing ways to enjoy culinary lavender. With a light floral flavor and calming aroma, it’s perfect for winding down at the end of the day.
This simple recipe uses dried culinary lavender and a gentle infusion method to create a smooth, balanced flavor.
Start with less lavender and adjust to taste. Too much lavender can create a bitter or soapy flavor
Lavender tea has a light floral flavor with subtle sweetness. When brewed correctly, it’s smooth and calming—but using too much lavender can make it taste overpowering.
Best Way to Brew Lavender Tea
Lavender works best when gently infused, not over-boiled.
You can also add a small amount of culinary lavender to your favorite loose leaf tea. This is an easy way to introduce a light floral flavor without making a full lavender tea.
👉 Works especially well with black tea, green tea, and herbal blends
Over-steeping lavender can make the tea bitter. Start with 5 minutes and adjust based on taste.
Yes, but dried culinary lavender is recommended because it provides a more consistent and controlled flavor.
Best Lavender to Use for Tea
Avoid:
Yes, when made with culinary-grade lavender, it is safe for most people.
Lavender tea is commonly used for relaxation, stress relief, and promoting better sleep. According to research on the benefits of lavender tea, it may help support calmness and rest.
Many people drink lavender tea before bed because of its calming properties.
Start with 1–2 teaspoons per cup and adjust to taste.
Using too much lavender, the wrong kind of lavender, or steeping too long can create a bitter flavor.
If you're visiting Sequim during lavender season, B&B Family Lavender Farm offers a relaxed, less crowded experience with wide open fields and handcrafted lavender products.