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Herbal Tea Recipe for Cold and Flu

If you are looking for home remedies, I created the best herbal tea for cold and flu season to help boost immunity in times of the impending flu.
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Prep Time 5 minutes

Equipment

  • 1 Mug
  • 1 tea kettle or hot water
  • 1 Tea Infuser

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tbsp echinacea
  • 2 tbsp elderberry
  • 2 tbsp peppermint
  • 3 tbsp hibiscus
  • 1 tbsp mullein

Instructions
 

  • In a mixing bowl, combine all the dried herbs and stir to mix well. Store this loose-leaf tea in your half-pint jar.
  • Measure out 2 tablespoons of the herbal tea blend and place it in a tea strainer or infuser.
  • Bring 1.5 cups of water to a boil. Always use hot water that has been brought to a boil and then allowed to cool slightly. This ensures that the tea is brewed properly and that the flavors and properties of the herbs are extracted. Water that is too hot can damage the delicate compounds in the herbs, and water that is too cool may not extract all of the beneficial properties.
  • Place the tea strainer or infuser in a mug and pour the hot water over it.
  • Allow the tea to steep for 5-7 minutes. Always cover your mug when steeping to maintain all the herbal benefits.
  • Remove the tea strainer or infuser from the mug and discard or compost the used herbs.
  • You can add honey or lemon juice if you like.
  • Enjoy your cold and flu tea hot. The steam and scent of the hot tea will add to the healing effect.

Notes

It is recommended to consume no more than 3 cups of this herbal tea per day. Overconsumption of certain herbs can cause side effects, and it is important to follow the recommended dosage and consult with a healthcare provider if you have any concerns. I might rotate this with a plain chamomile tea to keep hydrated without overconsuming any one herb.