Artificial Flavors Free Lemon Ginger Tea
There is something deeply comforting about a mug of lemon ginger tea made entirely from scratch, and this version delivers that warming, zingy feeling in just a handful of steps. Every drop of flavor here comes from real ingredients — fresh ginger simmered until fragrant, bright lemon juice squeezed straight from the fruit, and a touch of honey to round it all out. No flavor packets, no powdered mixes, no mystery additives that show up on labels with names you can't pronounce. The ginger steeps into the water until it turns a gorgeous pale gold, filling your kitchen with a spicy, aromatic scent before you've even taken a sip. It's naturally soothing, genuinely delicious, and the kind of drink that makes you wonder why you ever reached for a store-bought version. Whether you're fighting off a cold, winding down after a long day, or just craving something clean and cozy, this tea delivers without compromise.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- 1 oz fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced (about a 2-inch piece)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 lemon)
- 1–2 tsp honey, or to taste
For serving
- 2 thin lemon slices, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water and sliced ginger in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 minutes, until the liquid is fragrant and pale golden.
- 2
Remove from the heat. Stir in the lemon juice and honey, adjusting honey to your preferred sweetness.
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