Best 4 Sage Tea Recipes
Sage tea, a comforting and flavorful beverage, has been enjoyed for centuries for its soothing properties and potential health benefits. While this aromatic tea is known for its distinct earthy and slightly peppery flavor, it's also versatile enough to blend well with other herbs and spices. In this article, we will dive into the world of sage tea, uncovering the best recipes and brewing techniques to create a delightful and revitalizing cup of sage tea that will warm your senses and potentially promote relaxation and well-being.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
SAGE TEA
This description is from Back to Eden, a book written early this century. I do not mean to offend anybody, just quoting what the book says. "It has been said American people would do well if they would use sage instead of tea and coffee. The Chinese make fun of the American people because they buy the expensive tea for their drink and pay a big price for it, while the Chinese buy sage from America for a small price and drink that for their tea, which is a most wonderful remedy. The Chinese know that the sage tea will keep them well, while the tea that we buy from the Chinese makes us sick, is a cause of great nervousness and one of the causes of insanity. Sage tea is very soothing to the nerves, good for stomach troubles, gas, makes an excellent gargle for the throat, will expel worms, stop bleeding of wounds, good for liver and kidney troubles, a good wash for wounds, good hair tonic, fever reducer, and good for circulation. This tea should not be boiled, just steeped." Information came from Back To Eden by Jethro Kloss.
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Beverages
Time 8m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Bring water to a boil. Remove from heat and put sage in the water. Let steep for about 3-5 minutes.
- Strain, pour in cup, add lemon and honey, if desired, and drink. You may drink this hot or cold. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Sodium 7.1
SAGE & MINT TEA (FOR SORE THROATS AND MORE...)
I have been reading about the medicinal qualities of sage, specifically for sore throats that are plaguing my family right now. I came across this recipe on ehow.com, as well as a few other sites with virtually the same ingredients and method. I really enjoyed the flavour of this tea, it didn't feel like taking your medicine at all. I saved the leftovers and enjoyed it as cold iced tea today. Not sure it has the same medicinal benefits cold, but it sure tasted great. You can also use this warm as a gargle. As with all herbal remedies, you need to do your own homework. I know that you should avoid sage if you are pregnant or nursing, (since sage is used to help dry up milk production after weaning babies). Hopefully you've got some fresh sage and mint growing so that you can try this without having to spend a lot at the grocery store.
Provided by magpie diner
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- While you boil your water, add the first 4 ingredients to a ceramic or glass bowl, a large pyrex measuring cup works perfectly.
- Let the water come off the boil for a minute before pouring it over top.
- Cover with a tea towel for 20-30 minutes.
- Strain & enjoy!
- Recommendations are to enjoy 1 - 2 cups per day.
FRUIT BLAST SAGE ICED TEA
This tea has an intense fruity flavor with just a hint of herbally sage. Great with a piece of lemon added.
Provided by PalatablePastime
Categories Beverages
Time 1h8m
Yield 56 ounces
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place water, rhubarb and cherries in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
- Cover pan, reduce heat, and simer 30 minutes.
- Strain mixture through a sieve, pressing fruit (fruit should be cooked to a pulp).
- Discard pressed fruit pulp.
- Return strained mixture to the saucepan and heat until it just starts to boil.
- Add tea bags, fresh sage, and balsamic vinegar.
- Allow to steep away from heat, covered, for 6-8 minutes.
- Strain mixture, removing sage and tea bags.
- When slightly cool, place 5 cups cold water ito a pitcher and add tea.
- Stir in 1/2 cup honey (more or less, to taste), until honey dissolves.
- Serve tea on ice, garnished with a lemon slice, if desired.
SAGE TEA BREAD
I grow my own sage just so I can bake this tasty bread. The incentive of a cup of tea served with a slice of this bread make my efforts worthwhile.-Roberta Van Anda, Rumson, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, heat milk and sage just until warm (do not boil); set aside to cool. In a bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Combine flour, baking powder and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with milk mixture. , Pour into a greased 8x4-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.
Nutrition Facts :
Tips:
- Choose fresh sage leaves: Fresh sage leaves will provide the best flavor for your tea. If you can't find fresh sage, you can use dried sage, but the flavor will be less intense.
- Use a tea infuser or strainer: This will help to keep the sage leaves from getting into your cup of tea. You can also use a coffee filter if you don't have a tea infuser or strainer.
- Steep the tea for 5-10 minutes: The longer you steep the tea, the stronger the flavor will be. If you like a milder flavor, steep the tea for a shorter amount of time.
- Add honey or sugar to taste: Sage tea can be bitter, so you may want to add a little honey or sugar to taste. You can also add other flavors, such as lemon or ginger, to your tea.
- Enjoy your tea hot or cold: Sage tea can be enjoyed hot or cold. If you're drinking it hot, let it cool slightly before drinking. If you're drinking it cold, you can chill it in the refrigerator for a few hours.
Conclusion:
Sage tea is a delicious and healthy beverage that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a great way to relax and unwind at the end of a long day, or to boost your energy levels in the morning. Sage tea is also a good source of antioxidants and other nutrients, which can help to improve your overall health. So next time you're looking for a healthy and refreshing beverage, reach for a cup of sage tea.
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