
This soothing brew is the kind of thing you'll want to make on slow mornings or whenever you need a gentle reset. Fresh lemon balm leaves bring a soft, citrusy herbal note that pairs beautifully with the warmth of sliced ginger, while quality green tea ties it all together in a pale golden cup that looks as calming as it tastes. The technique matters here โ pulling the water off the boil before steeping keeps the green tea smooth and sweet rather than sharp or astringent. A drizzle of raw honey rounds everything out, and a squeeze of lemon juice at the end adds a bright little lift if you're in the mood for it. Every single ingredient is naturally free of wheat and grains, so there's nothing to second-guess or swap out โ just straightforward, wholesome sipping. It's an easy recipe to memorize and an even easier one to love.
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Combine the filtered water and sliced ginger in a small saucepan over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer, about 3โ4 minutes. Remove from heat and let the temperature drop for 1โ2 minutes until it is no longer at a rolling boil โ green tea steeps best around 170โ180ยฐF (77โ82ยฐC) to avoid bitterness.
Add the green tea and fresh lemon balm leaves to the hot ginger water. Steep for 3โ5 minutes, until the tea is a clear pale gold and the lemon balm aroma is noticeable. Do not steep longer than 5 minutes, as the green tea will turn bitter.
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