Nutmeg Free Lemon Ginger Tea
There is something deeply comforting about wrapping your hands around a warm mug of something bright and zingy, and this lemon ginger tea delivers exactly that. Fresh ginger is simmered low and slow until the water turns fragrant and golden, then balanced with a squeeze of real lemon juice and a touch of honey for natural sweetness. It's the kind of drink that feels like it's doing you good from the very first sip. Because it's built entirely from whole, simple ingredients, you never have to second-guess what's in it — no spice blends, no pre-mixed packets, no hidden seasonings to worry about. The honey lets you dial the sweetness up or down to suit your mood, and the optional lemon slices make it look genuinely lovely in the mug. Whether you're fighting off a chill, winding down after a long day, or just craving something warming and clean-tasting, this tea comes together in minutes and hits every time.
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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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