☀️🌙 Sun Teas & Moon Teas
Brewing Herbal Wellness with Light and Intention
There’s something magical about steeping herbs under the sky—whether warmed by the afternoon sun or mellowed overnight under the moon. Sun and moon teas are two of the most gentle, energetically charged ways to extract the flavor and healing properties from your garden herbs.
And the best part? You don’t need fancy tools—just time, fresh herbs, and a glass jar.
🌞 What Is a Sun Tea?
Sun tea is made by placing herbs in a glass jar of water and leaving it in direct sunlight for several hours. The warmth of the sun gently coaxes flavor and nutrients into the water without boiling.
How to Make Sun Tea:
Fill a clean quart jar with fresh water.
Add a generous handful of fresh herbs (or 1–2 tablespoons dried).
Seal the lid and place in full sun for 2–4 hours.
Strain and chill, or pour over ice.
Best Herbs for Sun Teas:
Mint – cooling, digestive, refreshing
Lemon balm – calming, uplifting
Rosemary – energizing and aromatic
Holy basil (Tulsi) – grounding and balancing
Chamomile – gentle and floral
Optional adds: citrus slices, edible flowers, berries, honey
🌙 What Is a Moon Tea?
Moon teas are similar to sun teas, but they’re steeped overnight under moonlight. Without heat, the infusion is slower and subtler—perfect for more delicate herbs or energetically calming blends.
How to Make Moon Tea:
Fill a clean jar with water and herbs (same ratios as above).
Set it outside or on a moonlit windowsill overnight.
Bring it in before sunrise and strain.
Drink cool, or gently warm for evening sipping.
Best Herbs for Moon Teas:
Chamomile – soothing and sleep-supportive
Lavender – calming to nerves and muscles
Lemon balm – gently lifts mood and settles the body
Hyssop – good for respiratory relief and focus
Mint – balances and refreshes
Moon teas are especially lovely during full moons or new moons—whenever you need rest, renewal, or reflection.
✨ Why Brew with Light?
Sun and moon teas aren’t just about the herbs—they’re about the rhythm of nature. They help you slow down, observe the time of day, and create rituals around nourishment.
Unlike boiling, light-based infusions preserve some of the herbs’ volatile oils and energetic signatures. You may find the flavors are milder—but the experience is richer.
🌿 A Few Tips
Always use clean jars and potable water.
For sun tea, avoid very hot days if your jar sits too long (no more than 4 hours).
If you’re using citrus or fruit, refrigerate your tea after straining.
Want a stronger brew? Add a short warm steep first, then place in the sun or moonlight.
🍵 Your Garden Can Brew More Than Tea
Whether you need energy or stillness, focus or calm, the herbs you grow can support you far beyond the kitchen. Sun and moon teas give you a moment to pause, connect, and sip something made with intention.
Looking for the right herbs to grow this fall? Check out our recent post: What to Plant for a Fall Wellness Garden
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