On a gray winter afternoon, a candy dissolves slowly in a cup of chamomile: Hédène’s Honey & Lemon Drops, made with French honey and a flash of lemon, sweeten the infusion little by little as they melt.

Serves 2 · 10 min

  1. Place 2 chamomile tea bags in a warmed teapot.
  2. Pour in 2 cups (500 ml) of water heated to 205°F (95°C) and steep for 5 to 6 minutes.
  3. Remove the tea bags, pour into two cups and add a thin slice of lemon to each.
  4. Drop a Honey & Lemon candy into each cup to melt slowly, and serve a few more on the side.

The star of this recipe: Honey & Lemon Drops, by Hédène.

— Clipperton