Description
A soothing, caffeine-free drink made with fresh ginger and warm water. Ginger tea helps digestion, reduces nausea, and comforts the body with its light spice and natural sweetness.
Ingredients
1-inch chunk of fresh ginger (unpeeled), sliced no wider than ¼-inch
1 cup water
Optional flavorings: 1 cinnamon stick, 1-inch piece of fresh turmeric (thinly sliced), or several sprigs of fresh mint
Optional add-ins: 1 thin slice of fresh lemon or orange
1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
1. Place sliced ginger and water in a saucepan.
2. Add cinnamon stick, turmeric, or mint if using.
3. Bring to a simmer over high heat.
4. Reduce heat and let simmer gently for 5 to 10 minutes depending on desired strength.
5. Remove from heat and strain into a mug.
6. Add lemon, orange, honey, or maple syrup if desired.
7. Serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
Use maple syrup instead of honey for a vegan option.
Can be made in larger batches and stored in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Serve chilled or reheat as needed.
Freeze leftover ginger for later use; pre-slice if intended for tea.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5–10 minutes
- Category: Drinks Recipes
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Global / Herbal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 5
- Sugar: 0g (without sweetener)
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg