Fresh Green Tea with Honey and Lemon
A simple, soothing green tea recipe with honey and lemon that offers a calming, refreshing drink perfect for any time of day.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Total Time: 8 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: International
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 teaspoon loose green tea leaves or 1 tea bag per cup (preferably Sencha)
- 8 ounces (240 ml) hot water heated to about 175°F (80°C)
- 1 tablespoon raw or unfiltered honey
- Juice of half a fresh lemon (about 1 tablespoon)
- Optional: thin lemon slices for garnish
- Optional: sprig of fresh mint for garnish
Instructions
- Heat water to boiling and then let it cool to around 175°F (80°C).
- Place 1 teaspoon of loose green tea leaves or 1 tea bag into a teapot or mug.
- Pour the warm water over the tea and steep for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Remove the tea leaves or tea bag.
- Stir in 1 tablespoon of honey while the tea is still warm.
- Add the juice of half a lemon and stir gently.
- Optionally, garnish with a thin lemon slice or a fresh mint leaf.
- Serve immediately warm or let cool and serve over ice for a refreshing iced tea.
Notes
Use water cooled to about 175°F to avoid bitterness. Stir honey in while tea is warm to preserve enzymes. For less tartness, add a pinch of baking soda. Store brewed tea in the fridge up to 24 hours and add fresh lemon juice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (8 ounces)
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 12
- Carbohydrates: 12
Keywords: green tea, honey, lemon, soothing drink, refreshing, easy tea recipe, healthy beverage, natural sweetener