Description
A comforting, healing ginger tea infused with honey, lemon, and spices, perfect for ringing in the New Year with warmth and tradition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 inches fresh ginger root, peeled and sliced
- 4 cups water
- 1 large cinnamon stick
- ½ cup raw honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 4–5 whole black peppercorns (optional)
- 1 star anise pod (optional)
- 2–3 apple slices (optional)
- 1 strip orange peel (optional)
Instructions
- Peel the ginger root using the edge of a spoon and slice it into thin coins or half-moons.
- Pour water into a small saucepan and add the ginger slices and cinnamon stick.
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes to infuse the flavor.
- Turn off the heat and stir in the honey until completely dissolved. Do not boil the honey.
- Squeeze in the fresh lemon juice and add any optional ingredients like apple slices or orange peel.
- Let the pot sit covered for 2 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Ladle into mugs and serve hot.
Notes
Use raw honey for best flavor and health benefits. Do not boil honey as high heat destroys enzymes. For a stronger tea, grate the ginger, but strain thoroughly. You can make the ginger-cinnamon water base ahead of time and store in the fridge for up to 3 days; add honey and lemon fresh when serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: Jewish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 20
Keywords: Rosh Hashanah, Honey Ginger Tea, New Year Traditions, Holiday Tea, Ginger Tea, Honey Lemon Tea, Comfort Drink, Vegan Tea