Peanut Free Lemon-Ginger Peppermint Tea
Bright, zingy, and deeply soothing, this homemade tea blends fresh ginger, dried peppermint, and real lemon into something that feels genuinely restorative. The ginger simmers low and slow until the water turns fragrant and golden, then the peppermint steeps in to add that cool, herbal lift that makes every sip feel like a reset. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a drizzle of honey round everything out with just the right balance of tart and sweet. Store-bought teas and blended wellness drinks can be surprisingly tricky to vet, but this one is made entirely from whole, recognizable ingredients you control from start to finish. It comes together in one small saucepan with almost no effort, and straining it into mugs gives you a clean, clear brew that looks as good as it tastes. Tuck a thin lemon slice on the rim and you've got something that feels genuinely special without any fuss.
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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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