Nutmeg Free Bone Broth Lemon Ginger Tea
Warm, restorative, and deeply comforting, this bone broth tea is the kind of drink that feels like a hug from the inside out. Simmering the broth with fresh ginger and turmeric coaxes out a rich, golden depth of flavor that's both earthy and bright. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a little honey at the end balance everything out beautifully — tangy, lightly sweet, and just a little savory from the sea salt. It's a surprisingly elegant combination that works as a morning ritual, an afternoon pick-me-up, or a soothing evening wind-down. Many warming spice blends and chai-style drinks lean heavily on nutmeg, but this recipe skips it entirely without sacrificing any of that cozy, aromatic quality. The ginger and turmeric do all the heavy lifting here, so every sip feels intentional and satisfying. Straining out the ginger slices before serving gives you a silky, clean cup that looks just as good as it tastes.
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2 servings
- 2 cups bone broth
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp honey, or to taste
- 1 pinch fine sea salt
For serving
- 1 thin slice fresh lemon, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the bone broth, sliced ginger, turmeric, and lemon zest in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then reduce to medium-low and cook for 8 minutes, until the broth is fragrant and the ginger has softened.
- 2
Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon juice, honey, and sea salt until the honey dissolves.
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