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Refreshing and revitalizing, this lemon ginger tea is made with just 3 natural ingredients for a healthy and warming drink that’s perfect to enjoy during the cold weather. Simple to make and full of zesty flavor.

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As the weather gets colder, this drink is one of my favorite ways to warm up. I try not to reach for cups and cups of coffee, instead, I opt for a homemade ginger tea and lemon for a caffeine-free hot drink that is wonderfully zesty, refreshing, and energizing.

So quick and easy to make, and packed full of goodness, this is sure to warm you from the inside out!

For more drinks recipes, be sure to try my Dalgona Coffee and learn how to make lemon tea.

honey ginger tea in glass cups with lemon slices

Why you will love this ginger tea recipe

  • Quick: It only takes about 10 minutes to make this tea, and most of that time is hands-off. It’s perfect to enjoy halfway through a busy day.
  • Natural Ingredients: Naturally sweetened, this 3 ingredient tea is full of goodness.
  • Zesty! Ginger and lemon are such a great combination of flavors! This really wakes up your tastebuds!

Ingredients

  • Ginger root: Known for its warm, spicy flavor, ginger adds depth and aroma to the tea.
  • Lemon: Fresh lemon juice enhances the tea with bright citrus notes and natural tartness.
  • Honey: If you can, use raw and natural honey rather than an artificial one. You can also skip the sweetener if you want a zero-calorie drink.
ingredients for lemon ginger tea

How To Make Lemon Ginger Tea

  • Place the sliced ginger in a small saucepan, and cover with 2.5 cups of water. Bring water to boil and simmer for about 5 minutes. Let the tea steep for at least 5 minutes (or up to 10 minutes).
  • Pour the liquid into 2 cups through a fine-mesh strainer to catch the large ginger pieces, then serve warm with a squeeze of a half fresh lemon per each cup and honey, to taste.
process shots of making ginger tea

TIPS FROM NELI’S KITCHEN

Recipe Notes and Tips

  • Use fresh ginger and lemon for the best flavor.
  • Allow at least 5 minutes for the tea to steep. This will allow the flavor to develop. For a stronger lemon ginger tea, steep it for up to 10 minutes.
cups with lemon and ginger tea on a board

Make Ahead Tip

This honey lemon ginger tea recipe is easily doubled, so I often make a bigger batch to enjoy through the week. Once you have made the whole recipe, let it cool before storing it in an airtight container. It will keep well for up to a week.

Recipe FAQs

Is it vegan?

Because this lemon ginger tea is sweetened with honey, it is not vegan. However, you can simply swap the honey for maple syrup to make this plant-based. You can also use a non-natural sweetener like granulated sugar or stevia if that’s what you have.

Can you drink it cold?

This homemade ginger lemon tea can be enjoyed warm or cold. In the winter it’s a wonderful warming beverage, and in the summer, you can serve it over ice for a cooling drink. Either way, it’s super delicious!

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Lemon Ginger Tea

Refreshing and revitalising, this lemon ginger tea is made with just 3 natural ingredients for a healthy and warming drink that's perfect to enjoy during the cold weather.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 2 servings

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Ingredients  

Instructions 

  • Place the sliced ginger in a small sauce pan, and cover with 2.5 cups of water. Bring water to boil, reduce heat to low and simmer for about 5 minutes. Let the tea steep for at least 5 minutes (or up to 10 minutes).
  • Pour the liquid into 2 cups through a fine mesh strainer to catch the large ginger pieces, then serve warm with a squeeze of a half fresh lemon per each cup and honey, to taste.

Notes

  • You can store extra ginger tea in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. Serve it cold or reheated.
  • Use fresh ginger and lemon for the greatest health benefits and best flavor.
  • Allow at least 5 minutes for the tea to steep. This will allow the flavor to develop. For a strong ginger tea, steep it for up to 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 44kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 16mg | Potassium: 60mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 9mg

Nutrition Disclaimer: Nutritional values are estimates and may vary with ingredients, brands, and portion sizes. For accuracy, use your preferred nutrition calculator.

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About Neli Howard

Meet Neli Howard, the food blogger and recipe developer behind the food blog Delicious Meets Healthy. With over 12 years of cooking experience, Neli specializes in easy, wholesome recipes made with real ingredients and a lot of flavor. Her work has been featured in Forbes, MSN, Yahoo!, CNN, Healthline and more.

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  1. Nanajee Travels says:

    5 stars
    Refreshing and revitalizing, this lemon ginger tea is the perfect drink for cold weather! Made with just 3 natural ingredients, it’s a healthy and warming option that’s bursting with zesty flavor. So simple to make, yet so satisfying—perfect for cozying up on chilly days.