Gut Friendly Cinnamon Apple Tea
Warm, fragrant, and genuinely soothing, this apple and cinnamon tea is the kind of drink that feels like a hug from the inside out. Sweet apple slices and fresh ginger simmer together low and slow, coaxing out deep, layered flavor without any artificial additives or mystery ingredients. Ceylon cinnamon — the "true" cinnamon — is notably gentler on the digestive system than the more common Cassia variety, making it a smart choice when you're being mindful of what you put in your body. Fresh ginger brings its own well-loved digestive benefits to the pot, and honey is stirred in off the heat to preserve its natural qualities. A squeeze of lemon at the end brightens everything up and adds a subtle tang that keeps the sweetness from feeling heavy. It comes together in one saucepan with almost no effort, and straining it into mugs makes for a beautifully clear, jewel-toned cup. Whether you sip it after a meal or just need something calming mid-afternoon, this tea earns a permanent spot in your rotation.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- 1 medium apple, cored and thinly sliced (any sweet variety such as fuji or honeycrisp)
- 1 ceylon cinnamon stick
- 3 slices fresh ginger (each about ¼ inch thick)
- 1 tbsp honey, or to taste
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, apple slices, Ceylon cinnamon stick, and ginger in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low.
- 2
Simmer uncovered for 12–15 minutes, until the liquid is fragrant and takes on a light amber color from the apple and cinnamon.
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