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Herbal Water with Lemon Balm

Karen Langan
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A refreshing, fragrant infused water featuring lemon balm, pineapple sage, orange mint, and other garden herbs.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 6 hours
SERVINGS: 8 cups
RECIPE CATEGORY: Beverages
HERB: Lemon Balm, Orange Mint, Pineapple Sage
KEYWORDS: herbal water, lemon balm, mint
Ingredients Instructions Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 handful lemon balm
  • ½ handful pineapple sage
  • ½ handful orange mint
  • ¼ handful mystery herb (e.g., rose, lime basil, or rose-scented geranium)
  • 2 quarts cold water

Instructions
 

  1. Six hours before serving, gather herbs and wash them gently in cold water.
  2. Place herbs into a jug filled with water. Chill in the refrigerator for at least six hours or overnight for maximum flavor infusion.
  3. Serve cold for a refreshing herbal beverage.

Notes

Any citrus, mint, or pleasantly scented geranium can be substituted for the herbs listed.
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