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Chamomile (Flowers)

Dried flower tisane, from Nile Delta, Egypt.

Herbal tisanes

Chamomile (Flowers) is strongest on floral, smoothness and aroma intensity. Typical tasting words: chamomile, apple, honey, cut hay. Revered since ancient Egyptian, Greek, and Roman eras for household remedies, Egypt remains the primary international exporter of premium whole flower heads. The quintessential evening tisane in Europe and North America, typically enjoyed before bed.

Also known as German Chamomile, Egyptian Chamomile and Camomile.

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The profile

Taste, 0 to 5

sweetness3bitterness1astringency0umami0brightness1body2smoothness4aroma intensity4finish length3

Flavour families, 0 to 5

floral5fruity3vegetal1marine0nutty0toasty0malty0honey3spicy0woody0earthy1smoky0creamy1citrus0stone fruit0tropical0cocoa0caramel0

Facts

Origin: Nile Delta, Egypt
Plant: Matricaria chamomilla whole flower heads
Harvest: spring
Elevation: low
Oxidation: to %
Roast: unroasted
Leaf: whole flower
Price band: affordable
Availability: everywhere
Ageing: a little
Forgiving to brew: 5 of 5
L-theanine: none

Made by: hand-picking, then cleaning, then air-drying, then sorting.

Caffeine

Chamomile (Flowers) is caffeine-free. Figures are estimates for a 240 ml cup. Low enough to suit the evening for most people. The caffeine planner turns this into a daily total.

How to brew it

Method	Leaf	Water	Steeps
Western, 250 ml	2.5 g	95 to 100 °C	5 min, 7 min
Cold brew, 250 ml	2.5 g	Fridge	6 to 10 hours

Up to 2 infusions. Scale for your own pot with the brew calculator.

Drinking it

evening
night
bedtime
relaxing
evening

Pairs with pastry, sweets and scones_cakes. Milk: no. Iced: yes. Sweetener: yes. Good for beginners: yes.