Flavor & Uses

You can’t mistake lemon balm for anything else once you notice the fragrance — a pleasing citrus aroma is readily apparent. It is a member of the mint family and has the trademark flavor to prove it, though you’ll find it more subtle than peppermint or spearmint varieties.

Lemon balm is most often used to brew refreshing teas, though it can also be used as a bright and edible garnish, an alternative to peppermint, or to infuse oils for topical use.

We like to dry lemon balm in bunches, then use the leaves in Winter to brew a hot tea with the flavors of Summer. It also lends itself well to combinations with ginger, owing to its lemony taste.

Health Benefits

• Improves sleep and insomnia

• Reduces anxiety

• Aids cognitive function

• Promotes healing (used topically in balms)