How to Make Hemp Tea: A Simple Guide from Rowchester Farm

There’s something wonderfully calming about wrapping your hands around a warm mug of herbal tea, and hemp tea is quickly becoming one of the most popular options for people looking to unwind naturally. But if you’ve never tried it before, you might be wondering where to even begin.

The good news? Learning how to make hemp tea is much simpler than you might think, and we’re here to walk you through every step. Here at Rowchester Farm, we’ve spent years growing and working with hemp, so we know a thing or two about getting the most out of this incredible plant.

In this guide, we’ll cover everything a beginner needs to know. From choosing the right hemp material to steeping it perfectly, you’ll have all the knowledge to brew a delicious, soothing cup in no time. Whether you’re curious about the benefits or just want to try something new, this is the perfect starting point. So grab your kettle, and let’s get started on your hemp tea journey together.

What Is Hemp Tea?

Hemp tea is simply a herbal infusion made by steeping dried hemp plant material in hot water. It sits comfortably alongside chamomile, peppermint, and rooibos as an everyday wellness drink, and it is far more straightforward than many people initially expect.

It helps to understand one important distinction straight away. Not all hemp teas are the same. Some products on the market are made from hemp flower or CBD extracts, which can involve a process called decarboxylation to activate cannabinoids before brewing. Leonard’s Hemp Tea uses British-grown hemp seed, which requires none of that. No special preparation, no activation steps, and no intoxicating effects whatsoever. You simply brew and enjoy, just as you would any other herbal tea.

From a UK legal standpoint, hemp seed tea is equally uncomplicated. Hemp contains only trace amounts of THC (the compound associated with intoxication), sitting at 0.03% or below, which is well within UK regulations and far below any threshold of concern. It is as legally straightforward to buy and drink as a bag of chamomile.

One of hemp seed tea’s most practical qualities is that it contains no caffeine at all. Unlike black or green teas, you can enjoy a cup first thing in the morning, during an afternoon pause, or as part of a calming evening wind-down without any worry about disrupted sleep. Research even suggests that hemp seeds may contain melatonin, the body’s natural sleep-regulating compound, making an evening cup a particularly sensible choice.

As for flavour, hemp seed tea is earthy, gentle, and smooth on the palate. It is approachable rather than overpowering, with a quiet herbal character that works beautifully alongside botanical companions. In Leonard’s signature blend, refreshing mint, fragrant lavender, and delicate rose petals lift that natural earthiness into something genuinely enjoyable from the very first sip. For a helpful overview of what hemp tea is and how to choose one, the wellness tea category as a whole is well worth exploring. Hemp seed tea has firmly earned its place within it.

What Makes Leonard’s Blend Different

Not every herbal blend is designed with intention, but Leonard’s is. The recipe at the heart of Leonard’s Herbal Hemp Tea brings together just four ingredients: British-grown hemp seed, mint, lavender, and rose petals. Each one earns its place in the cup, chosen for the specific quality it contributes rather than being thrown in for variety.

Hemp seed forms the base of the blend, bringing a naturally earthy, slightly nutty depth to the infusion. Before blending, the seeds are gently crushed, a step that helps release their flavour into the water during brewing rather than leaving it locked inside a hard shell. It is a small detail, but it makes a real difference to the finished cup.

Mint steps in to lift that earthiness. Its refreshing, cooling character cuts cleanly through the nutty base note, giving each sip a bright, clean finish that feels lively rather than heavy. If you have ever wondered why so many botanical blends include mint, this is precisely why: it acts as a natural balancing agent, keeping everything tasting fresh.

Lavender adds something quieter. It has been valued in European herbal traditions for thousands of years, and its gentle, calming quality pairs naturally with hemp in a way that feels considered rather than coincidental. As Leonard’s own lavender tea guide notes, it suits any moment in the day, but it is especially lovely as an afternoon pause or an evening wind-down.

Rose petals complete the picture, contributing a soft floral aroma that rounds off any remaining sharpness and bridges the herbal and floral registers of the blend beautifully.

Every batch is crafted at Rowchester Farm in the Scottish Borders, using British-grown hemp seed and ingredients selected purely for quality and complementary flavour, with no artificial additives in sight. As one stockist, Glendoick Garden Centre, put it: “fragrant and floral and absolutely delicious.” That description says a lot about what thoughtful blending can achieve.

What You Will Need

The good news is that you do not need any specialist equipment to get started. One of the biggest advantages of using Leonard’s loose-leaf herbal hemp tea is that the blending has already been done for you. The hemp seed, mint, lavender, and rose petals are carefully combined at Rowchester Farm, so you simply measure and brew. There is no need to source individual botanicals, weigh out separate herbs, or experiment with ratios. It is the most beginner-friendly starting point possible.

Here is everything you will need:

• Leonard’s loose-leaf herbal hemp tea: Your ready-to-brew base, with all the botanical work already taken care of.
• A kettle and fresh, filtered water: Heat your water to around 200°F (93°C), which is just off a rolling boil. Filtered water is recommended because tap water minerals can dull the delicate floral and herbal notes in the blend.
• A fine mesh strainer or infuser basket: This keeps loose plant material out of your cup, giving you a smooth, clear infusion every time.
• A ceramic or glass teacup or teapot: Both materials are non-reactive, meaning they will not introduce unwanted flavours into your brew. Metal vessels can subtly alter the taste of herbal infusions, so it is best to avoid them here.
• Optional extras: A drizzle of honey adds gentle sweetness, a slice of lemon brightens the flavour, and a sliver of fresh ginger adds a warming lift.

Once you have these simple items gathered, you are ready to brew.

How to Make Hemp Tea, Step by Step

With your equipment ready, here is exactly how to bring your cup together from start to finish.

Step 1: Heat Your Water

Fill your kettle with fresh, cold water and bring it to around 200°F (93°C). In practical terms, that means letting your kettle rest for about 30 seconds after it has come to a full boil. This small pause matters more than you might expect. Boiling water at full temperature can draw out bitter compounds from botanical ingredients, and the gentle drop in heat keeps the flavours of hemp seed, mint, lavender, and rose petals smooth and pleasant rather than sharp. Think of it as giving your tea the best possible start.

Step 2: Measure Your Tea

Add one to two teaspoons of Leonard’s loose-leaf hemp tea into your infuser or strainer. If you are new to loose-leaf brewing, begin with one teaspoon per cup and adjust from there. A single teaspoon produces a lighter, more delicate cup, while two teaspoons gives a fuller, more aromatic brew. There is no wrong answer here; it is simply a matter of finding what suits your palate.

Step 3: Steep for 5 to 7 Minutes

Place your infuser into your cup or teapot and pour the hot water over it slowly. Then leave it to steep for five to seven minutes. This window is the sweet spot for a botanical blend like this one. It gives the hemp seed, mint, lavender, and rose petals enough time to fully infuse the water with flavour and aroma without over-extracting into bitterness. Set a small timer if it helps, especially in your first few brews.

Step 4: Strain and Pour

Once your steep time is up, remove the infuser promptly. Leaving it in too long is the most common beginner mistake and the easiest one to avoid. Your cup should now show a warm, golden amber colour with a gentle botanical fragrance rising from it.

Step 5: Personalise to Taste

Leonard’s blend is naturally balanced and works beautifully on its own. That said, a small drizzle of honey adds gentle sweetness, a squeeze of lemon brings brightness, and a thin slice of fresh ginger introduces a little warmth. These are additions, not requirements. Experiment freely and enjoy the process of making this small ritual your own.

Tips for Brewing the Best Cup

Getting your cup right comes down to a handful of simple habits, and once you have them in place, every brew will be consistently good.

Temperature is your most important variable. Water that is too hot will over-extract the botanicals and push the flavour into bitterness, while water that is too cool will produce a flat, underdeveloped cup that never quite comes together. Aim for around 200°F (93°C) every time. If your kettle does not have a temperature setting, bring it to a full boil and then leave it to rest for around 60 seconds before pouring. That small pause makes a genuine difference, particularly for the more delicate floral notes in the blend.

Your choice of vessel matters more than you might expect. Glass and ceramic are the right options here, as they are flavour-neutral and allow the infusion to develop cleanly. Metal vessels can subtly interfere with herbal infusions, which is worth bearing in mind when protecting those lighter lavender and rose petal notes.

Adjust your strength by changing the amount of tea, not the steeping time. Add a little more leaf for a fuller, more robust body, or use slightly less for a lighter and more delicate cup. Keeping the steeping time consistent at around five minutes helps you avoid bitterness creeping in.

Think about when you want to drink it. The mint in the blend makes it a genuinely refreshing choice for a morning ritual or an afternoon pause, while the lavender and rose lend themselves naturally to an evening wind-down. There is no wrong answer, but matching the cup to the moment makes the experience feel a little more considered.

Hemp Tea as a Thoughtful Gift

If you are looking for a gift that feels genuinely considered rather than grabbed off a shelf, hemp tea is worth thinking about. Loose-leaf botanical blends have become a popular choice for wellness-minded friends, and it is easy to see why. A beautifully crafted herbal infusion carries far more meaning than a generic supermarket box, particularly for someone cutting back on caffeine or simply trying to bring a little more intention to their daily routine.

What sets Leonard’s apart as a gift is the story behind it. This is a family-run business based at Rowchester Farm in the Scottish Borders, growing British hemp seed and blending it by hand with mint, lavender, and rose petals. There are no artificial additives, no mystery ingredients, just honest botanicals with a clear provenance. As Leonard’s own writing on caffeine-free herbal tea explains, true tisanes like this one are naturally caffeine-free by biology, which makes them a genuinely clean choice rather than a processed compromise.

That farm-to-cup story matters to people. Consumers increasingly want to know where their food and drink comes from and who made it. A supermarket tea simply cannot offer that. Leonard’s loose-leaf hemp tea makes a thoughtful gift for anyone who appreciates quality British produce, values transparency, or just deserves a calm and flavourful moment in their day.

Making Hemp Tea Part of Your Routine

The beauty of hemp tea is that there really is no steep learning curve. Good water temperature, a teaspoon or two of tea, and five to seven minutes of patience is genuinely all it takes to have something worth drinking. Once you have brewed your first cup, it quickly starts to feel like second nature.

Leonard’s blend makes this even easier. The hemp seed, mint, lavender, and rose petals are already measured and balanced, so there is nothing to figure out. You simply steep, wait, and enjoy.

Where it gets personal is timing. A morning cup with a squeeze of lemon feels bright and grounding. An afternoon brew needs nothing added at all. An evening cup with a little honey becomes its own quiet ritual. Experiment until you find what fits your day.

If you are ready to get started, explore Leonard’s herbal hemp tea, a caffeine-free botanical blend grown and crafted with care in the Scottish Borders.

Conclusion

Making hemp tea at home is simpler than most people expect, and the rewards are well worth it. To recap the key points: always choose quality hemp material from a trusted source, use the right water temperature to preserve beneficial compounds, steep for the recommended time, and consider adding a healthy fat like coconut milk to boost absorption.

Hemp tea offers a natural, gentle way to unwind, and once you have the basics down, you can easily experiment with flavors and blends that suit your taste.

Ready to brew your first cup? Head over to the Rowchester Farm shop and explore our range of carefully grown hemp products, harvested with quality and care in mind. Your perfect mug of calm is closer than you think. Start your hemp tea journey today and discover just how good simple, natural living can feel.