Passion Flower and Saffron Relaxant Infusion

Updated: Nov 04, 2020

Passion Flower and Saffron Relaxant Infusion
General Information
  • Infusions & Decoctions
  • Oral
  • Easy
  • 1 hour 5 minutes
  • 6 cups

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon of passion flower (petals)
  • 6 cups of water (or as required)
  • 1 teaspoon of saffron petals
  • 1 teaspoon of saffron (stems)

Directions

Try this soothing infusion of passionflower and saffron to relax after a long day. Both herbs have mild sedative properties to promote relaxation and relieve anxiety.

  1. Boil the water in the kettle.(3 minutes)
  2. Combine the petals and stems in a jar. Pour the boiling water over the herbs and leave to steep for 30 minutes to an hour, depending on desired strength.(1 hour)
  3. Strain before serving, and discard leftover herbs in the compost bin.(2 minutes)

Consume by the cupful, as required, without exceeding three cups in one day. Reheat in a saucepan to enjoy the infusion hot, or refrigerate and serve with ice to enjoy chilled.