Green Tea with Ginger

Green Tea made with fresh ginger and cinnamon is great for an energy boost and aids with digestion as well.

Course Drinks

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes

Servings

Calories 25kcal

Author Wajeeha Nadeem

Equipment

1 small pot
1 Tea Strainer

Ingredients

2 cups water
1 inch ginger sliced thinly
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon powder
2 green tea bags
1 teaspoon lemon juice
2 teaspoon honey

Instructions

Bring water to a boil in a small saucepan or pot.
Add the ginger and cinnamon powder, and simmer for 2-3 minutes, to let the flavors infuse.
Now add the green tea bags, and simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
Finally, add the lemon juice and honey, and stir to combine.
Using a tea strainer pour into serving cups. Enjoy immediately.

Notes

How to Store: Green tea can be enjoyed hot or cold. To serve cold, let it cool down and add ice cubes. You can also store it in the fridge for up to 1-2 days.

Flavor Variations:

Fresh Herbs: Add 2-3 fresh mint leaves into the water along with the ginger. You can also use 1-2 inch pieces of lemongrass too.

Spices: Switch up the spices and try using cayenne powder, fennel, turmeric powder, or even 2-3 cardamom pods.

Sweetener: Use your choice of sweetener such as brown sugar, jaggery, stevia or skip it altogether for an unsweetened beverage.

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