Herbal Maple Lemon Tisane

• 3 Tbsps dried elder flowers
• 1 Tbsp dried chamomile flowers
• 2 tsps dried thyme
• 3 cups water
• 1 medium lemon
• 3 Tbsps Maple Valley maple syrup

Bring water to a boil and add elder flowers, chamomile flower and thyme. Cover and simmer on low-medium heat for 5 minutes. Turn off heat, leave covered, and let steep for 10 minutes. Strain tea, add juice of 1 lemon, maple syrup and stir well. Pour into mugs and serve hot for a warming cold-weather drink. For a refreshing summer beverage, cool completely, add ice into a glass, pour and add a twist or slice of lemon.