Valentine’s Day Gift: Love Potion Herbal Tea Recipe
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Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate love and connection than with a warm, enchanting cup of tea? This year, skip the chocolates and flowers (or don’t, those are great too!) and brew up a batch of Love Potion Herbal Tea – a vibrant, rosy-hued infusion that’s as delightful to look at as it is to drink. This tea isn’t just delicious; it’s a fun and thoughtful herbal gift and a perfect DIY Valentine’s gift for everyone you cherish!
This magical brew boasts a stunning fuchsia color, perfect for setting a romantic mood or adding a touch of whimsy to your Valentine’s Day celebrations. Imagine gifting a beautifully packaged blend to your loved ones, knowing you’re sharing a little bit of love in every sip.
Love Potion Herbal Tea

Brew up a little romance with this enchanting love potion herbal tea! Not only does it brew to a gorgeous pink hue, but it's also crafted with ingredients traditionally known to stir the heart's desires.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons dried hibiscus flowers
- 1 cinnamon stick, crushed and broken into pieces
- 1/4 cup dried mandarin skin, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried rose hips
- 1 teaspoon dried ginger chunks
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients in a mixing bowl and gently combine them with a spoon.
- Store your Love Potion blend in an airtight container to preserve its freshness and aroma.
- When ready for a cup of love, measure one tablespoon of the blend and place it in your tea strainer.
- Pour just under boiling water over the tea.
- Allow the tea to steep for 2-5 minutes or until it reaches your desired strength and color. Watch as the water transforms into a vibrant fuchsia!
- Remove the tea strainer and add honey, sugar, or cream to taste.
- Stir and enjoy the enchanting aroma and flavor of your Love Potion Herbal Tea.
Notes
- Feel free to customize your Love Potion with a few extra touches:
- For a sweeter, slightly anise-like note, Substitute the rose hips with one tablespoon of fennel seed or licorice root.
- For an extra floral touch, Add one tablespoon of dried culinary lavender.
- Add 1/2 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper or cracked peppercorns to turn up the heat.

Our Love Potion Herbal Tea combines a delightful blend of floral and spicy notes, creating a captivating aroma and flavor. Here’s what you’ll need for this special Valentine’s tea.
Ingredients
Just a few magical ingredients
Tools to Make the Tea
Tools you’ll need

Brewing the Love Potion Herbal Tea
- Combine all the ingredients in a mixing bowl and gently combine them with a spoon.
- Store your Love Potion blend in an airtight container to preserve its freshness and aroma.
- When ready for a cup of love, measure one tablespoon of the blend and place it in your tea strainer.
- Pour just under boiling water over the tea.
- Allow the tea to steep for 2-5 minutes or until it reaches your desired strength and color. Watch as the water transforms into a vibrant fuchsia!
- Remove the tea strainer and add honey, sugar, or cream to taste.
- Stir and enjoy the enchanting aroma and flavor of your Love Potion Herbal Tea.

Tips and Tricks
TIPS
- Feel free to customize your Love Potion with a few extra touches:
- For a sweeter, slightly anise-like note, Substitute the rose hips with one tablespoon of fennel seed or licorice root.
- For an extra floral touch, Add one tablespoon of dried culinary lavender.
- Add 1/2 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper or cracked peppercorns to turn up the heat.
A Gift From the Heart
This Love Potion Herbal Tea is a perfect Valentine’s tea and DIY Valentine’s gift for everyone you love. It’s a fun and thoughtful herbal gift for kids (who will love the color!), friends, moms, dads, and anyone who appreciates a little bit of magic in their lives. Package your tea blend in cute jars or tins, and don’t forget to add a personal touch with a handwritten note.
To make your gift even more special, check out our article with free printable tea envelopes! These adorable envelopes are the perfect way to present your homemade tea blend.
So, this Valentine’s Day, skip the ordinary and embrace the extraordinary. Brew up a batch of Love Potion Herbal Tea and share the love with those you cherish!