Artificial Food Coloring Free Lemon Ginger Tea
Bright, warming, and made entirely from scratch, this soothing tea is exactly what you want when you need something comforting in a mug. Fresh ginger simmers low and slow until the water turns fragrant and golden, then a squeeze of real lemon and a drizzle of honey round everything out beautifully. There are no dyes, no artificial flavors, and no mystery ingredients — just four simple, whole-food components you can feel completely good about. Store-bought teas and flavored drinks are notorious for sneaking in synthetic colorants and additives, so making your own is genuinely the easiest way to stay clear of them. The result is a clean, zingy brew with a gentle heat from the ginger and a citrusy brightness that feels almost luxurious for how little effort it takes. It's the kind of recipe you'll come back to again and again, whether you're fighting off a cold or just craving something cozy.
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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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