High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Lemon-Ginger Peppermint Tea
Bright, warming, and deeply soothing, this homemade tea layers the gentle heat of fresh ginger with cool peppermint and a bright hit of real lemon — the kind of combination that feels like a remedy and a treat at the same time. Every ingredient here is whole and recognizable, which matters when you're trying to avoid the sweetened syrups and flavored drink mixes that so often sneak in unwanted additives. Honey steps in as the only sweetener, letting you dial the sweetness up or down to your own preference without relying on anything processed. The method is simple: a quick simmer to coax the ginger and zest into the water, then a gentle steep for the peppermint so it stays fragrant rather than bitter. Straining everything into warm mugs gives you a clean, clear cup that looks as good as it tastes. It's the kind of drink that makes you want to slow down for a few minutes, whether you're fighting off a cold or just need something comforting on a chilly afternoon.
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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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