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Quick answer: To brew chamomile tea, pour freshly boiled water over one tea bag, cover the cup, and steep for about 5 minutes. Covering the cup helps keep the aromatic oils in the tea. Chamomile is an herbal infusion and is naturally caffeine-free.

Key facts

• Flavor: light, floral and slightly sweet.
• Caffeine: none, since it is not made from the tea plant.
• Serve with: honey, lemon or a few mint leaves.

How to brew it

1. Boil fresh water.
2. Place one bag in a cup and pour in about 8 oz of hot water.
3. Cover and steep 5 minutes.
4. Remove the bag without squeezing hard, then add honey or lemon.

Try Sultan Pure Camomile Tea, 20 bags.

Make it a ritual

Herbal infusions have long been part of evening hospitality in the Mediterranean and Middle East. Serve a pot with a plate of something light, such as dates or simple cookies. For a full setup, see how to choose a Moroccan teapot and tray and how to create a tea ceremony at home.

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Updated November 2026.