Cashew Free Green Tea with Honey and Lemon
Bright, floral, and gently sweet, this mug of green tea is one of those simple pleasures that feels like a genuine act of self-care. The key to getting it right is temperature — heating the water to just below a boil coaxes out the tea's delicate, grassy notes without any of that harsh bitterness you sometimes get from a carelessly brewed cup. Fresh lemon juice adds a clean citrus lift, while raw honey rounds everything out with a touch of warmth and natural sweetness. Because the ingredient list is so straightforward — tea, water, lemon, honey — there's no need to scan labels or second-guess what's hiding in a flavored blend. It comes together in just a few minutes and is equally welcome first thing in the morning or as a quiet wind-down at the end of the day. That optional lemon slice on the rim makes it feel a little more special, even when you're just making it for yourself.
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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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