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Lemon balm is known for its ability to calm body and mind and promote quality sleep. This lemon balm syrup is great not only as a sweetener for tea, but also for homemade lemonades and desserts. Try it before bed and you’re guaranteed an undisturbed night.
Health benefits of lemon balm:
- Acts antibacterial and antiseptic
- Loosens phlegm and soothes irritated skin
- Helps reduce stress, calms the nerves and relieves migraines
Ingredients (approx. 1.5 liters of syrup):
- Leaves from 30–35 long lemon balm stems
- 750 g of granulated or cane sugar
- 20 g of citric acid
- 1.75 liters of boiled and cooled water
Procedure:
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Preparing the leaves
Remove the lemon balm leaves from the stems and place them in boiled, cold water. Leave the container with the leaves to steep in a cool place for 2 days. -
Cooking the syrup
After two days, strain the infusion and pour the liquid into a pot. Add the sugar and citric acid and bring the mixture to a boil. Once it starts boiling, cook for another 5 minutes. -
Filling the bottles
Let the syrup cool for a while, then pour it into clean jars or bottles. Store in the refrigerator.
Usage:
You can add this lemon balm syrup to tea, lemonades, or desserts as a natural sweetener. Before bedtime, put a teaspoon of the syrup into your tea – lemon balm will help you fall asleep faster and sleep peacefully.
Total preparation time: 2 days (including steeping)
Number of servings: approx. 1.5 liters of syrup (for dozens of uses)
This lemon balm syrup will pleasantly surprise you with its delicate taste and aroma, and it will also help you sleep peacefully through the entire night.
