Sesame Free Lemon Ginger Tea
Bright, warming, and deeply soothing, this homemade ginger tea is the kind of drink that feels like a remedy and a treat all at once. 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 into something genuinely craveable. Because it's built entirely from whole, single-ingredient foods, there's zero guesswork about hidden additives or allergen cross-contact — something that can be surprisingly tricky with packaged teas and flavored blends. The result is clean, zingy, and naturally sweet without tasting medicinal. It comes together in one small saucepan with barely any prep, making it an easy go-to on a chilly morning or whenever you need something comforting in a hurry. A couple of thin lemon slices floated on top make it feel a little fancy, but honestly it's just as good straight from the strainer into your favorite mug.
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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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