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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 bedtime and you’re guaranteed an undisturbed night.
Health effects of lemon balm:
- Acts antibacterial and antiseptic
- Loosens phlegm and soothes irritated skin
- Helps reduce stress, calms the nerves and soothes migraines
Ingredients (approx. 1.5 liters of syrup):
- Leaves from 30–35 longer stems of lemon balm
- 750 g granulated or cane sugar
- 20 g citric acid
- 1.75 liters of cold boiled water
Procedure:
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Preparing the leaves
Separate the lemon balm leaves from the stems and place them in cold boiled 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, boil 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, add a teaspoon of the syrup to 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 will also help you sleep peacefully through the night.
