Citric Acid Free Lemon-Ginger Peppermint Tea
This warming mug is built around fresh ginger, dried peppermint, and real lemon — a trio that feels both soothing and bright without relying on any processed additives or packaged flavor blends. The ginger and lemon zest are simmered together first, coaxing out a fragrant, lightly golden base before the peppermint ever hits the pot. That layered approach means every sip carries real depth — spicy, cool, and citrusy all at once. For anyone navigating a citric acid sensitivity, the tricky part is usually that the additive hides in so many bottled drinks and flavored teas under vague labeling. Here, the lemon flavor comes entirely from fresh juice and zest, so you know exactly what you're getting. A touch of honey rounds everything out and lets you dial the sweetness to your own taste. It's the kind of tea that feels like a ritual, not just a beverage.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp dried peppermint leaves
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 lemon)
- 1–2 tsp lemon zest
- 1–2 tsp honey, or to taste
For serving
- 2 thin lemon slices, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, sliced ginger, and lemon zest in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, until the liquid is fragrant and lightly golden.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the dried peppermint leaves and steep for 5 minutes, until the tea is deeply aromatic and pale green.
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