- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 4 cups
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cuisine: Herbal Beverage
- Calories: Approximately 45 per serving
Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- 2-inch piece fresh ginger, thinly sliced
- 2-inch piece fresh turmeric, thinly sliced (or 1 teaspoon ground turmeric)
- 1 cinnamon stick
- ½ teaspoon whole black peppercorns
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- Lemon slices for garnish
- Fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
Step 1
Pour the water into a medium saucepan and bring it to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
Step 2
Add the sliced ginger, turmeric, cinnamon stick, and black peppercorns. Reduce the heat to low.
Step 3
Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 15 minutes so the flavors blend together.
Step 4
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the tea steep for an additional 5 minutes.
Step 5
Strain the tea into a pitcher or directly into serving mugs.
Step 6
Stir in the fresh lemon juice and honey while the tea is still warm.
Step 7
Garnish with a lemon slice and fresh mint if desired. Serve immediately.
Recipe Tips
- Fresh turmeric gives a vibrant color, but ground turmeric also works well.
- Adjust the amount of honey to suit your preferred sweetness.
- For a stronger ginger flavor, simmer for an extra 5 minutes.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat before serving.
- Enjoy warm or chilled over ice.
Serving Suggestions
This herbal tea pairs beautifully with whole-grain toast, oatmeal, fresh fruit, or light biscuits. It also makes a comforting afternoon beverage without caffeine.
Storage
Allow the tea to cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to three days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave. Avoid boiling after adding honey to preserve its flavor.
Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: 45
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Protein: 0.3 g
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Potassium: 65 mg
- Vitamin C: 6% DV
- Calcium: 2% DV
- Iron: 2% DV