Basic Ginger-lemon-honey Tea

1-2 cups water

1-2 inches fresh ginger root, peeled and sliced (or ½-1 tsp ground ginger)

Juice of ½ lemon (or more to taste)

1-2 tsp raw honey

1 cinnamon stick or ¼ tsp ground cinnamon (optional)

A pinch of turmeric + black pepper (optional)

1-2 fresh thyme or mint sprigs (optional)

1 crushed garlic clove (optional)

A few black peppercorns (optional)

Bring the water to a boil.
Add the ginger (and cinnamon, turmeric, thyme, or garlic if using). Reduce heat and simmer 5-10 minutes (longer for stronger ginger flavor).
Remove from heat. Stir in lemon juice.
Let cool to a drinkable temperature (warm, not scalding), then stir in honey.
Strain if desired and sip slowly. Breathe the steam while drinking for extra sinus relief.
Drink 2-3 cups throughout the day as needed.

Course🍹Beverage

Diets🌱Vegan🌾Gluten-free...

Category🥤Beverage

CuisineGlobal

Occasions📆EverydayRelaxation

Season🔁Year-round

DifficultyVery Easy ⏰ 10m