Chrysanthemum Tea

Chrysanthemum Tea

Recipe suggested by Isabeau Vollhardt
If you’re caught in a heatwave Chrysanthemum tea is a traditional oriental medicine remedy for heatstroke. If you can find a prepackaged brand in a nearby Chinatown or specialty shop, great (Gold Kili brand makes an instant tea with honey, all chrysanthemum no caffeine). If not, get some chrysanthemum flowers (not sprayed) preferably white but yellow is ok, not red or purple; about two big handfuls (approximately 9 grams) and cover with water in a pot; bring to boiling and let simmer for 20 minutes, decant and drink.