Carrageenan Free Green Tea with Honey and Lemon
Warm, bright, and quietly soothing, this simple cup delivers everything you want from a classic green tea — floral depth, a hit of citrus, and just enough sweetness to take the edge off. The honey dissolves beautifully into the hot tea, rounding out the natural grassy notes without overpowering them. What makes this recipe especially smart is the water temperature: steeping at 175–185°F rather than a full boil keeps the tea smooth and mellow instead of sharp or astringent. For anyone avoiding carrageenan, store-bought flavored teas and bottled tea drinks can be surprisingly tricky — many contain additives and stabilizers that sneak in under vague labeling. Here, every ingredient is exactly what it sounds like: a tea bag, filtered water, fresh lemon juice, and raw honey. There's no processing, no thickeners, and nothing to second-guess. Finish it with a thin lemon slice and you've got a cup that feels like a small, effortless luxury any time of day.
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1 serving
- 1 green tea bag (or 1 tsp loose-leaf green tea)
- 8 oz filtered water
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about ½ lemon)
- 1 tsp raw honey
For serving
- 1 thin lemon slice, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat the water in a kettle or small saucepan until it reaches 175–185°F (79–85°C) — just below a full boil, with small bubbles beginning to rise from the bottom. Avoid a rolling boil, which can make green tea taste bitter.
- 2
Place the tea bag in a mug and pour the hot water over it. Steep for 2–3 minutes, until the tea is a clear pale gold-green.
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