With its soothing and healing properties, ginger root tea is an absolute favourite among many. Refreshing and delicious, ginger root tea works as a great alternative to caffeinated beverages!
If you wish to benefit from the endless benefits of this knobby root, then there is no better way than brewing a delicious cup of ginger root tea. To add an interesting twist to your tea, you can sometimes combine it with lemon, and sometimes with cinnamon.
This recipe of ginger tea has honey and lemon. Adding a spoon of honey will cut in the fiery taste of ginger, and the lemon wedge will kick in the tea the acidity that balances out the strong flavor of ginger!
Other ingredients that make the tea more delicious include chamomile flowers, cayenne pepper, cinnamon and Echinacea tincture. Ginger root tea tastes best when served hot. Pour it in an insulated tumbler, one that will keep your tea hot and flavorful until the last sip!
Health Benefits:
Ginger root tea improves blood circulation, digestion and stimulates appetite. It reduces inflammation and also aids in weight loss.
Ingredients
water: 2 cups
lime: 1/2
inches of fresh raw ginger (quantity may vary depending on how strong you like it): 2
honey (or more): 2 tbsp
How To Make Ginger Root Tea
- Fill a pot with water and add ginger slices to it.
- Bring the water to boil and let it simmer for at least 10 minutes.
- Pour the tea through a sieve into an insulated tumbler.
- Pour in the honey and add a slice of lemon to the tea.
- Serve and enjoy!
Tip: If you want a stronger ginger taste, then boil it for 10 more minutes
Trivia:
- Ginger’s history can be traced as far back as 5000 years ago. In 500 BC a Chinese philosopher described ginger as a root that “warms and softens the stomach”
In Philippines, ginger tea is called Salabat and is used to ward off cold, flu and nausea.