Lemon Ginger Iced Green Tea with Honey
This refreshing Lemon Ginger Iced Green Tea with Honey is a perfect beverage for hot days. The zesty combination of lemon and ginger paired with green tea makes for a revitalizing drink that’s both soothing and invigorating. Sweetened with honey, it's a delightful balance of flavors.
Equipment
- 1 Medium saucepan
- 1 Measuring cups
- 1 Measuring spoons
- 1 Fine mesh strainer
- 1 Pitcher
- 1 Spoon for stirring
- as needed Ice cubes
Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- 4 bags green tea
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 large lemon (juice and slices for garnish)
- ¼ cup honey Adjust to taste.
- Ice cubes For serving.
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
- Once boiling, remove the saucepan from heat and add the grated ginger and green tea bags. Let steep for 5 minutes.
- After steeping, remove the tea bags and strain the ginger particles using the fine mesh strainer.
- While the tea is still warm, stir in the honey until fully dissolved.
- Squeeze the juice of the lemon into the tea mixture and add more honey if you prefer a sweeter drink. Mix well.
- Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until cold.
- Serve in glasses filled with ice cubes and garnish each glass with lemon slices.
Notes
You can adjust the amount of honey based on your sweetness preference. For an extra kick, add a few slices of fresh ginger to each glass before serving. This iced tea can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Experiment with adding mint leaves for an added refreshing flavor.