Shakespeare's Tea

Shakespeare's Tea

This is the time of year to collect and dry the ingredients for Shakespeare's Tea. A combination of lavender, mint, savory, and marjoram, this tea appeared in Act Four of "The Winter's Tale". Thus the name of the tea.

1 cup lavender bud, dried
2 cups peppermint, dried
1 cup summer savory, dried
1 cup sweet marjoram, dried
1 cup calendula blossoms, dried

Collect all the herbs, leaving on stems and allowing them to dry. Once dried, rub between hands to removed leaves from stems. Crumble the peppermint leaves to match the size of the other ingredients. Toss gently and place in a pretty jar with a secure lid.

To use, place 1 tsp. blend per cup of boiling water. Steep for 3 minutes. Then strain and enjoy.

Photo: Blue Mountain Lavender