Paraben Free Hot Honey Lemon Tea with Turmeric & Ginger
This warming mug is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're actually taking care of yourself. Fresh ginger and ground turmeric simmer together until the water turns a gorgeous golden hue, and then green tea steeps right into that fragrant base for a deep, layered flavor that no store-bought blend can match. A generous squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a spoonful of raw honey round everything out with brightness and just enough sweetness. The tiny pinch of black pepper isn't just for heat — it helps the turmeric do its thing, and the optional cayenne adds a little kick if you're into that. Every single ingredient here is straightforward and recognizable, which is exactly what you want when you're being mindful about what goes into your body. It comes together in one small saucepan with almost no effort, and the result is a beautifully aromatic tea that feels genuinely restorative from the very first sip.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- 2 green tea bags
- 1 inch fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ⅛ tsp ground black pepper
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 large lemon)
- 2 tbsp raw honey, plus more to taste
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, sliced ginger, ground turmeric, and black pepper in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then reduce to low and simmer for 3 minutes, until the liquid is lightly golden and fragrant.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the green tea bags and steep for 3–4 minutes, until the tea is a deep amber-gold. Remove and discard the tea bags — do not squeeze them, as this can make the tea bitter.
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