Lemon Ginger Cinnamon Tea with Honey

Fresh cinnamon ginger tea with lemon and honey in a white teacup with a slice of lemon, and a bowl of honey in the background.

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Lemon Ginger Cinnamon Tea with Honey

This Lemon Ginger Cinnamon Tea with Honey is a fragrant, warming drink that beats any store-bought tea bag. Ready in just 15 minutes, it combines the spicy kick of fresh ginger with zesty lemon and sweet honey. Whether you are looking for a soothing winter drink or a refreshing iced lemon tea, this recipe is the perfect all-natural choice.

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Total Time15

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Calories: 77kcal

Author: Jeri Walker

Equipment

Large saucepan (8-cup capacity)
Fine-mesh strainer
Kettle

Ingredients

¼ cup grated fresh ginger (approx. 2-inch piece, peeled)
8 cups water (divided into 2 cups and 6 cups)
2 cinnamon sticks (or ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon)
2 large lemons (juiced, halves reserved)
3 tablespoons honey (raw or organic preferred)
½ cup dried mint leaves (or 1 cup fresh mint, or 3 mint tea bags)

Instructions

Start the Base: In a large saucepan, add 2 cups of water and bring to a boil. Add the grated ginger (¼ cup), then reduce the heat to medium to maintain a gentle simmer.
Boil the Kettle: Simultaneously, add 6 cups of water to a kettle and bring to a boil. (Using a kettle keeps the tea temperature consistent and saves time!)
Combine: Juice the 2 lemons into the saucepan (don't worry about seeds). Drop the lemon halves directly into the pot for extra flavor. Pour the 6 cups of boiling water from the kettle into the saucepan and stir well.
Infuse: Add 2 cinnamon sticks, ½ cup of mint leaves, and 3 tablespoons of honey. Lower the heat to medium-low and let the mixture boil gently for 5 minutes.
Steep: Turn off the heat and stir. Let the tea sit for an additional 5 minutes to let the herbs and spices fully steep.
Strain and Serve: Pour the tea through a fine-mesh strainer into a teapot or favorite mug to catch the ginger, pulp, and mint. Serve hot with an extra slice of lemon and a drizzle of honey. Enjoy!

Notes

Ginger Strength: If you aren't used to the "bite" of fresh ginger, start with ⅛ cup and work your way up.
Sweeteners: Feel free to swap honey for maple syrup, coconut sugar, or a few drops of stevia for a sugar-free version.
Storage: Store leftovers in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 4 days. This makes an incredible iced lemon tea - just pour over ice and enjoy!
Reheating: Reheat on the stove over low heat until steaming. Do not let it return to a rolling boil to preserve the honey's flavor.

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