As the summer sun in Cyprus shines brightly, there’s nothing quite like a refreshing iced herbal tea to cool you down. At Cyherbia Botanical Park, we have a delightful selection of herbs grown in our herb gardens and harvested for perfect iced tea brewing. Today, we’re excited to share some of our favorite combinations, recipes, and tips to make your summer days even more enjoyable.

Perfect Herbal Combinations for Iced Teas

Here are some delightful cypriot herbal tea combinations that not only taste great but also provide a cooling effect:

1. Lemon Balm & Peppermint: A refreshing and invigorating blend.
2. Hibiscus & Rosehips: A tangy and vitamin-rich combination.
3. Lavender & Lemon Verbena: A soothing and aromatic blend.
4. Rose & Marshmallow Flower: A delicate and floral mix.
5. Yarrow & Peppermint: A crisp and revitalizing combination.

Recipes for Cooling Iced Herbal Teas

1. Lemon Balm & Peppermint Iced Tea

• Ingredients:
  • 1 tablespoon dried lemon balm
  • 1 tablespoon dried peppermint
• Instructions:
  1. Boil 1 liter of water.
  2. Add the lemon balm and peppermint.
  3. Let it steep for 10-15 minutes.
  4. Strain the herbs and let the tea cool down.
  5. Add ice cubes and enjoy!

2. Hibiscus & Rosehips Iced Tea

• Ingredients:
  • 1 tablespoon dried hibiscus flowers
  • 1 tablespoon dried rosehips
• Instructions:
  1. Boil 1 liter of water.
  2. Add the hibiscus flowers and rosehips.
  3. Let it steep for 15-20 minutes.
  4. Strain the herbs and let the tea cool down.
  5. Add ice cubes and enjoy!

3. Lavender & Lemon Verbena Iced Tea

• Ingredients:
  • 1 tablespoon dried lavender
  • 1 tablespoon dried lemon verbena
• Instructions:
  1. Boil 1 liter of water.
  2. Add the lavender and lemon verbena.
  3. Let it steep for 10-15 minutes.
  4. Strain the herbs and let the tea cool down.
  5. Add ice cubes and enjoy!

4. Rose & Marshmallow Flower Iced Tea

• Ingredients:
  • 1 tablespoon dried rose petals
  • 1 tablespoon dried marshmallow flowers
• Instructions:
  1. Boil 1 liter of water.
  2. Add the rose petals and marshmallow flowers.
  3. Let it steep for 15 minutes.
  4. Strain the herbs and let the tea cool down.
  5. Add ice cubes and enjoy!

5. Yarrow & Peppermint Iced Tea

• Ingredients:
  • 1 tablespoon dried yarrow
  • 1 tablespoon dried peppermint
• Instructions:
  1. Boil 1 liter of water.
  2. Add the yarrow and peppermint.
  3. Let it steep for 10-15 minutes.
  4. Strain the herbs and let the tea cool down.
  5. Add ice cubes and enjoy!

Tips for Sweetening Your Iced Teas

If you prefer your tea a bit sweeter, here are some natural options:

• Honey: Add a teaspoon or two while the tea is still warm so it dissolves easily.
• Stevia Leaf: A natural, zero-calorie sweetener. Add a small piece of dried stevia leaf during the steeping process, and adjust to taste.

We hope you enjoy these cooling herbal tea recipes and find some new favorites to keep you refreshed this summer. Visit us at Cyherbia Botanical Park to explore these herbs and many more in our beautiful gardens.

Stay cool and hydrated!