Chamomile tea: flavor highlights
Delicate, soothing, and natural, chamomile tea makes for the perfect cuppa at the end of a tiring day. This herbal tea is prepared by infusing dried chamomile flowers in hot water. Thanks to the floral, uplifting, and mildly sedative properties of chamomile, it has evolved into a popular choice of nightcap around the world. Classic loose-leaf chamomile tea is an all-herbal, caffeine-free drink. Modern chamomile blends also tend to be caffeine-free, pairing chamomile flowers with the likes of rooibos, peppermint, lavender, and lemongrass. However, it isn’t unusual to find interesting loose leaf tea or tea bags of black or green tea on the market today, laced with chamomile flowers for a soothing finish.
A little history
Chamomile flowers have a long history of medicinal use. Ancient Egyptians found them effective in curing fever, besides using them in embalming mixes. Throughout Europe, chamomile flowers have featured in natural shampoos, incense, and even in traditional stress relievers and nerve relaxants.
Tasting notes in reviews 
Classic chamomile tea makes a light golden infusion, with a floral aroma and mildly sweet taste. Tea drinkers generally describe it as a “perfect nighttime tea”. One can detect “sweet and honeyed” notes in its flavor, and when freshly brewed, it tends to be all the more “fragrant, soft and elegant”. Additives like peppermint and lemongrass give chamomile tea a “nice depth of flavor”. Rooibos adds a “pleasant body” to the mix, turning it into a nice “after dinner tea”. When mixed with a strong black tea base, chamomile develops a “full-bodied” flavor that’s “refreshing and relaxing at once”. Chamomile tea is generally “sweet enough to not have to add anything to it”, and most chamomile herbal teas work well in both hot and iced versions.
Tea tips
To make a hot cup of chamomile tea or any herbal tea blend, steep a tea bag or a heaped spoon of loose leaves in hot (not boiling) water for 5-10 minutes, depending on the strength of flavor and earthiness you prefer. Covering the infusion helps extract the flavor better. Additives such as ginger or mint can also be added at this stage. Chamomile tea can easily be consumed unsweetened, though a bit of honey pairs very well with its calming flavor. Rooibos and chamomile blends are generally laced with vanilla, and make for delicious iced teas.
Is it safe to drink chamomile tea every day? 
Chamomile tea is a safe and soothing drink, perfect for daily consumption. However, you should make sure you’re not allergic to it before adding it to your everyday routine. Chamomile is a member of the daisy family, so you could have an allergic reaction if daisy or ragweed doesn’t sit well with you. Another thing to watch out for is the effect of chamomile on your regular medications. Chamomile has been known to interact adversely with some blood thinners, sedatives, and pain killers. Consult your doctor if you’re on any of these meds and looking to make it a habit of drinking chamomile tea.
Where to buy the best chamomile tea online?
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Foxtrot Like the dance that inspired its name, our Foxtrot tea is an overnight success that will leave you giddy with joy. It is an herbal cocktail of Egyptian chamomile, South African rooibos (with a touch of vanilla) and fresh peppermint. A soothing blend of familiar tastes that produces a pleasantly original combination. It's entirely caffeine-free, but you'll still have a spring in your step from the delightful, delicately clean and sweet flavor. |
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Egyptian Chamomile Tea Bold, citrus, floral. Our Egyptian Chamomile elicits sweet, calming flavor notes. This tisane is round and soothing with each and every sip, perfect for any time of day. |
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6:00 PM Tea Fruity, sweet, tart. Immerse yourself into a cup of this inviting loose leaf chamomile infused blend. 6:00 pm steeps a floral cup with a thin liquor and a sweet and spicy character. The perfect answer to your evening tea needs. This product contains the following allergenic ingredient(s: tree nuts (cashews |
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Chamomile Rose Silver Needle White Tea Refreshing, chamomile and rose fragrance. This tea is a combination of Fuding silver needle white tea, and rose and chamomile flowers: the first fragrance you notice is that of the rose, while the first taste is the chamomile. The refreshing flavor of the white tea serves as an excellent accompaniment to the floral scent, and with such a rich flavor, this tea will definitely satisfy your thirst.This tea has many health benefits too, mainly during the summer due to white tea's ability to relieve heat, and chamomile's calming properties to cool you down from the inside out. It is believed in traditional Chinese medicine that white tea, rose, and chamomile all have beneficial medicinal properties. |
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Chamomile Flowers Chamomile Flowers, also known as Matricaria recutita, are one of the safest, most popular natural botanicals available. This is because Chamomile Flowers, which grow in locations around the world, have a myriad of internal and external uses. |
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Chamomile Flower Tea A classic herbal tea with a fruity floral taste. An excellent tea to drink before bed, chamomile has been used for ages as a calming, relaxing drink that is best enjoyed for its flavor as well as for the sense of peace it can provide. |
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Chamomile Loose Leaf Sweet and soothing, made of whole chamomile blossoms. This loose-leaf chamomile tea is made from fresh-cut chamomile flowers for the freshest taste and aroma, creating a memorable experience in each sip. |
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Chamomile Citrus Tea Bags (100-ct) Chamomile Citrus herbal tea is a refreshing infusion perfected to curl up with and savor by the sip. Made with Soothing Egyptian chamomile flowers and subtle slices of citrus fruit, this vibrant blend will rejuvenate the spirit. From intoxicating aroma to sweet flavor, this signature herbal tea infusion in our silken tea pouch, our gourmet teabag twist, with chamomile, fruits and herbs reflects our vision of the artisan tea experience. |
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Isabelle is a freelance writer, self-taught tea nerd, and tea blending enthusiast. She is a herbalist with a strong interest in Ayurveda. Each year Isabelle travels extensively, returning with tea samples from around the world. She is a big fan of handmade teaware and Japanese green teas.