Nitrate & Nitrite Free Lemon Ginger Tea
Bright, warming, and made entirely from scratch, this soothing tea is exactly the kind of drink you want when you need something comforting but clean. Fresh ginger is simmered low and slow until the water turns fragrant and golden, then brightened with a squeeze of real lemon juice and a touch of honey — nothing more, nothing less. For anyone navigating a diet free from preservatives and curing agents, packaged teas and bottled drinks can be a minefield of hidden additives, so making your own at home is genuinely the smarter move. Every ingredient here is whole and recognizable, which means you know exactly what's going into your mug. The honey lets you dial in the sweetness to your own taste, and the optional lemon slices make it feel a little more special without any extra effort. It's the kind of simple, honest recipe that earns a permanent spot in your weekly routine.
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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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