Artificial Flavors Free Lemon Balm & Ginger Herbal Tea
There is something deeply satisfying about a cup of tea made entirely from real, recognizable ingredients — no mystery syrups, no lab-created "natural flavors," just plants and a little honey. Fresh lemon balm brings a gentle, citrusy herbal note that feels almost floral, while sliced ginger adds warmth and a subtle bite that builds as it simmers. A touch of turmeric gives the brew its gorgeous pale golden hue and a quiet earthiness that rounds everything out beautifully. The squeeze of fresh lemon juice at the end brightens the whole cup and keeps the flavor lively rather than flat. Sweetening with honey lets you dial in exactly the level of sweetness you want, and since you control every single ingredient, there is no guessing what is actually in your mug. This is the kind of tea that feels restorative on a slow morning or a chilly evening, and it comes together in under fifteen minutes with nothing more than a saucepan and a strainer.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- ½ cup fresh lemon balm leaves, loosely packed
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, thinly sliced
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1–2 tsp honey, to taste
- 1 pinch black pepper (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, ginger slices, and turmeric in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cook for 5 minutes.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the lemon balm leaves and, if using, the black pepper. Let steep for 5 minutes, until the liquid is fragrant and pale golden-green.
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