There’s a special kind of peace that comes from wrapping your hands around a warm mug of herbal tea—especially after Lagos traffic, a busy work day, or during dry, dusty harmattan evenings.
The beautiful thing? You don’t need a fancy tea brand to enjoy that comfort. With a few spoonfuls of dried herbs you already have at home, you can create your own gentle, caffeine-free blends that support your body and calm your mind.
In this guide, you’ll learn how to use Green Unison’s nature-powered herbs—like Dried Lemongrass Leaves, Dried Lavender, Dried Indian Borage and our different mints—to make soothing herbal tea blends for:
- Bedtime calm and better rest
- Harmattan comfort and breath support
- Hormone-friendly comfort on “PMS days”
- Clear-headed focus during busy hours
All with simple recipes you can repeat again and again.
Note: This article is for gentle, everyday wellness and comfort. It’s not medical advice and not a replacement for seeing a health professional.
Why Make Your Own Herbal Tea Blends?
Buying ready-made tea bags is convenient, but creating your own blends has big advantages:
- You control what’s inside. No hidden flavours, caffeine or preservatives—just clean, dried herbs.
- You can tailor it to how you feel today. Heavy after eating? Tired? Anxious? You can adjust your blend.
- It’s cost-effective. A small pouch of herbs from the Dried Herbs shop can last weeks or months.
- You support local farmers. Green Unison herbs are grown and gently dried in Ogun State with care from farm to pouch.
A Quick Herbal Tea Brewing Guide
Before we dive into recipes, here’s a simple base method you can use for almost any blend.
For 1 mug (about 250 ml):
- Measure the herbs
- Total of about 1–2 teaspoons of dried herbs per 250 ml water.
- If a blend has many herbs, use smaller amounts of each so the total still fits in that 1–2 tsp range.
- Boil and pour
- Bring fresh water to a boil.
- Pour over herbs in a mug, tea pot, French press or infuser.
- Cover and steep
- Cover your mug/teapot so the beneficial oils don’t escape with the steam.
- Steep 5–10 minutes, depending on how strong you like your tea.
- Strain and sip
- Strain out the herbs.
- Enjoy plain, or sweeten gently with honey if you like.
You can safely adjust steeping time and herb quantity to match your taste. Start mild; you can always make it stronger next time.
Blend 1: Bedtime Calm – Lavender, Spearmint & Lemongrass
When your mind is busy and sleep feels far away, a soft herbal blend can help you slow down and signal to your body that it’s time to rest.
This blend combines:
- Dried Lavender – a calming floral herb often used for relaxation rituals and night routines.
- Dried Spearmint Leaves – gentle, sweet mint that soothes without feeling too intense.
- Dried Lemongrass Leaves – bright, citrusy and often used after meals to ease heaviness and support digestion, which is perfect before bed.
What this blend is good for
- Unwinding after a long day
- Creating a simple night-time ritual
- Light post-dinner comfort so you don’t go to bed feeling too heavy
Ingredients (1 mug)
- 1 teaspoon Dried Lemongrass Leaves
- 1 teaspoon Dried Spearmint Leaves
- ½ teaspoon Dried Lavender
How to brew
- Add all herbs to your mug, teapot or infuser.
- Pour 250 ml freshly boiled water over the blend.
- Cover and steep for 7–10 minutes.
- Strain and sip slowly. Add a little honey if you like something sweet.
Best time to drink
- 30–60 minutes before bed
- As part of your evening “wind-down” routine—phone away, lights dim, maybe a journal or gentle music.
Blend 2: Harmattan Comfort – Indian Borage, Peppermint, Lemongrass & Marigold
Dry air, dusty breeze, scratchy throat and that “I might be coming down with something” feeling—harmattan can be a lot. This blend leans on herbs traditionally used for respiratory comfort and warmth.
We’ll use:
- Dried Indian Borage – a bold, mint-thyme herb often used in homes for steam inhalation, teas and soups to support easy breathing.
- Dried Peppermint Leaves – strong, menthol-cool leaves that open up the chest and feel refreshing in the throat.
- Dried Lemongrass Leaves – adds warmth and gentle digestive support.
- Dried Marigold Petals – a beautiful, caffeine-free flower often used in herbal blends for general comfort and a touch of sunshine in your cup.
What this blend is good for
- Harmattan evenings
- Scratchy throat or dry, uncomfortable feeling in the chest
- Cozy, warming moments after being out in dusty air
Ingredients (1 mug)
- 1 teaspoon Dried Indian Borage
- 1 teaspoon Dried Peppermint Leaves
- 1 teaspoon Dried Lemongrass Leaves
- ½ teaspoon Dried Marigold Petals
How to brew
- Add all herbs to your mug or teapot.
- Pour 250 ml freshly boiled water over them.
- Cover and steep for 6–8 minutes.
- Strain, then inhale the steam gently before your first sip.
Best time to drink
- In the evening after a dusty commute
- On cool mornings when your chest feels tight or dry
⚠️ Gentle reminder: This is a comfort tea, not a cure. If you have difficulty breathing, chest pain, fever or persistent symptoms, please speak to a doctor or qualified health professional quickly.
Blend 3: Hormone-Friendly Comfort – Spearmint, Lemongrass & Marigold
Some days feel heavier than others—bloating, moodiness, cramps, low energy. While herbal tea can’t fix everything, a gentle blend can be a kind companion on “PMS days”.
Here we lean more on spearmint, which many women around the world enjoy as part of their hormone-friendly routines, along with lemongrass and marigold for warmth and comfort.
We’ll use:
- Dried Spearmint Leaves – sweet, mild mint that feels soothing rather than overpowering.
- Dried Lemongrass Leaves – supportive after heavy meals and relaxing as a warm drink.
- Dried Marigold Petals – adds colour, a gentle floral note and a nurturing feel.
What this blend is good for
- Days when you feel bloated or low-energy around your cycle
- Evening self-care with a hot water bottle and a calm playlist
- Pairing with a grounding meal like pap, oats or plantain-flour porridge
Ingredients (1 mug)
- 1½ teaspoons Dried Spearmint Leaves
- 1 teaspoon Dried Lemongrass Leaves
- ½ teaspoon Dried Marigold Petals
How to brew
- Place all herbs in your mug/teapot.
- Add 250 ml freshly boiled water.
- Cover and steep for 7–10 minutes to build flavour.
- Strain and sip slowly. You can add a teaspoon of honey if you enjoy sweetness.
Best time to drink
- Late afternoon or evening, especially on days you feel crampy or easily irritated.
⚠️ If you’re pregnant, trying to conceive, on medication or managing a diagnosed hormone condition, please check with a health professional before using herbs regularly as part of your routine.
Blend 4: Clear-Headed Focus – Menthol Mint, Sweet Basil & Lemongrass
For those days when your brain feels foggy but you don’t want to rely on coffee, a bright herbal blend can help you feel more awake and refreshed—without caffeine.
This blend features:
- Dried Menthol Mint – stronger than regular mint, with a cool, sharp lift that wakes the senses.
- Dried Sweet Basil – familiar kitchen herb with a cozy, savoury aroma that grounds the blend.
- Dried Lemongrass Leaves – bright and citrusy, tying everything together and making the tea feel “clean”.
What this blend is good for
- Mid-morning or mid-afternoon slumps
- Long work or study sessions
- Replacing a second cup of coffee with something gentler
Ingredients (1 mug)
- 1 teaspoon Dried Menthol Mint
- 1 teaspoon Dried Sweet Basil
- 1 teaspoon Dried Lemongrass Leaves
How to brew
- Add all herbs to your mug/teapot.
- Pour 250 ml freshly boiled water over them.
- Cover and steep for 5–7 minutes (shorter steep keeps it bright and lively).
- Strain and enjoy warm. You can also let it cool and sip as a room-temperature focus drink while you work.
Best time to drink
- Morning or afternoon, not too close to bedtime, because the cooling menthol can feel quite awakening.
How to Build Your Own Signature Herbal Tea Blend
Once you’ve tried the recipes above, you can start creating your own blends using the herbs you have at home. Here’s a simple framework:
1. Choose your base
Pick 1–2 herbs that will make up most of the blend:
- Dried Lemongrass Leaves – bright, citrusy, easy to love
- Dried Mint Leaves or
Dried Spearmint Leaves – refreshing, gentle - Dried Peppermint Leaves – stronger, more intense mint base
Use about 1–1½ teaspoons total of your base per mug.
2. Add a “support” herb
This is where you bring in extra character or focus:
- Dried Indian Borage – deeper, mint-thyme note for harmattan comfort
- Dried Sweet Basil – savoury, cozy and grounding
- Dried Lavender – floral calm for bedtime or stress
Use about ½–1 teaspoon of your support herb per mug.
3. Finish with a “top note”
Finally, add a small amount of something special:
- Dried Marigold Petals – colour and gentle floral warmth
- A pinch of extra Dried Menthol Mint – for a stronger cooling lift
Usually ¼–½ teaspoon is enough for your top note in a 250 ml mug.
General Safety Reminders
Herbs are powerful, even when they feel gentle. Keep these in mind:
- Start with small amounts and notice how your body responds.
- If you’re pregnant, breastfeeding, on regular medication or managing a health condition, talk to a qualified health professional before drinking herbal blends daily.
- Stop using any herb that makes you feel uncomfortable or triggers unusual symptoms.
- Herbal tea is a supportive habit, not a replacement for medical care, medication or professional advice.
Ready to Brew Your Next Mug?
You don’t have to wait for a special occasion to enjoy herbal tea. Whether it’s:
- A quiet evening cup of lavender, spearmint and lemongrass,
- A harmattan comfort blend with Indian borage and peppermint, or
- A clear-headed focus blend while you work,
you can create something beautiful from simple, dried leaves on your shelf.
Explore the full range of herbs in the
👉 Green Unison Dried Herbs shop
and start building your own cozy, health-supporting tea rituals—one mug at a time.
