Goddess Tea: A Floral Herbal Infusion for Calm and Connection

Welcome back to Tea Tuesday, where we sip slowly, connect deeply, and celebrate nature’s gentle gifts. Today, I’m sharing a beautiful herbal infusion I call Goddess Tea, a calming, heart-centered blend inspired by the blood moon. I created this tea to capture that sense of magic and peace, and I’m excited to walk you through how to make it yourself. Be sure to read to the end for a free downloadable herbal tea recipe card.

The Herbal Blend

This infusion features five soothing herbs, each offering its own unique personality and traditional uses:

• Rose Petals: Traditionally associated with love and emotional balance, rose adds a gentle floral note and is often used in heart-centered rituals.
• Chamomile: Well known for its relaxing scent, chamomile is a staple in bedtime teas and helps promote calm.
• Lavender: With its floral and slightly minty note, lavender has long been used to encourage rest and a peaceful mood.
• Lemon Balm: Bright and lemony in flavor, this herb is beloved in European traditions for encouraging a calm spirit.
• Hibiscus: Adds a vibrant hue and tangy, tart flavor. Some people use it to cool the body and lift the mood.

Once everything is blended, I gently shake the jar to mix the herbs evenly. The aroma is bright, floral, and balanced. The rose and lemon balm pair beautifully, with chamomile adding warmth, lavender lending a delicate softness, and hibiscus giving a subtle, fruity sweetness.

Preparing the Tea

To keep the herbs from settling, I like to turn the jar to its side as I scoop out a serving. Then, I gently press the herbs in a mortar and pestle. Not to crush them, but just enough to release their aromatic essential oils. You’ll know it’s time to stop when you can smell their natural fragrance. This step helps create a richer, more flavorful tea.

Next, I fill my teapot. If you want a true tea experience, consider using spring or distilled water. Sometimes I collect water from my local spring, but filtered tap water works beautifully, too.

Infused Honey (Optional but Magical)

To elevate the flavor, I use goddess-infused honey that I prepared about four weeks in advance. You can make your own by combining herbs and honey at a 1:2 herb-to-honey ratio and letting the mixture sit in a sunny window. Turn the jar daily. After a few weeks, the honey will be infused with your chosen herbs’ scent and flavor.

I always source my honey from local farmers. Many believe that local honey can support immunity because it contains trace amounts of local pollen, offering potential seasonal allergy support.

Before using, I stir the honey to ensure all herbs are coated and continue to sit evenly in the jar. And, of course, never waste honey. It’s a treat all on its own.

Infusion and Ritual

Now it’s time to infuse the herbs. I add them to my clear glass teapot and pour over freshly boiled water. Keeping the teapot covered helps retain the delicate essential oils and creates a fuller flavor.

As the herbs steep, the tea reveals its stunning color. The vibrant, enchanting hue that I absolutely love is captivating. It’s a feast for the eyes and the senses.

Inspired by the blood moon (a total lunar eclipse where the moon turns red), I also use the leftover herbs as incense. I light a candle and sprinkle the herbs over a hot charcoal disc. It’s a simple way to extend the ritual and enjoy the herbs in a different form.

Tasting the Tea

Once the herbs have steeped and I’ve added my infused honey, it’s time to taste. I don’t mind a few floating herbs since they’re organic and edible. But you can use a fine mesh strainer if you prefer a clear cup.

The flavor is out of this world. The chamomile brings an apple-like brightness, the hibiscus adds a tropical tang, and the rose deepens the whole experience with floral warmth. Lemon balm brings a slight citrusy bite, while lavender gently lingers in the background, barely noticeable but deeply grounding.

This tea tastes like a flower garden in full bloom. It's comforting, vibrant, and welcoming—an ideal introduction to herbal teas for those new to botanical blends.

Closing Thoughts

Goddess Tea is more than a drink; it’s an experience and celebration of herbal traditions, sensory connection, and intention. I hope it brings as much joy and peace to your heart as it does to mine.

If you’d like to try this recipe, don’t forget to download the free recipe card and check out my artwork and books at bethanystahl.com. If you’ve missed any past Tea Tuesday recipes, you can find them all in the Bloom Tier on Patreon.

Until next time, happy sipping!

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