Lemon and Honey Tea Recipe

One of my favorite ways to enjoy honey is in a cup of hot tea. This lemon and honey tea is the perfect way to enjoy two of my favorite flavors.

The honey in the tea is a natural sweetener that can help to soothe you when you are fighting whatever winter throws your way.

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The honey in the tea is a natural sweetener that can help to soothe you when you are fighting whatever winter throws your way.

When combined, lemon and honey create a delicious and comforting beverage that can help through this long winter. If you love raw honey in recipes like fermented garlic honey, fermented ginger, honey cranberries, or rosemary tea

Why does this recipe work?

This lemon tea recipe works because combining lemon and honey creates a refreshing and soothing drink. The lemon adds a tangy, citrus flavor to the tea, while the honey adds a subtle sweetness--it's like warm lemonade! The hot water helps to release the flavors of the lemon and honey and infuse them into the tea. When combined, you have a delicious and comforting beverage.

Ingredients

To make a lemon and honey tea, you will need the following ingredients:

• Fresh Lemon Juice: I like using fresh lemons rather than juice because it adds even more flavor to the drink! Yes, it is best to use fresh lemon juice in this recipe. The juice from a fresh lemon will have a brighter, more vibrant flavor than bottled lemon juice, which can taste dull and flat. If you don't have a fresh lemon on hand, you can use bottled lemon juice, but the tea may have less flavor.
• Raw Honey: I use raw honey, but any kind will work well in this recipe. Yes, raw honey contains live cultures, which are beneficial bacteria that can help support a healthy gut. Raw honey has not been pasteurized or filtered, so it retains its natural goodness, including the live cultures.
• Hot water: Now, this is hot and not boiling water. According to Dr. John Skinner, Professor and Extension Apiculture Specialist in the Department of Entomology and Plant Pathology at the University of Tennessee, shares with the National Institue of Food and Agriculture, "Excessive heat can have detrimental effects on the nutritional value of honey," says Skinner. "Heating up to 37°C (98.6 F) causes the loss of nearly 200 components, part of which are antibacterial."
• Lemon Slices: Finishing this lemon honey tea with a slice of lemon is another books of vitamin c.

Here's how to make the tea:

Heat water to a medium boil in a tea kettle or a small pot on the stovetop. Don't let your water stay at a high heat for long.

Squeeze the lemon by hand or with a juicer, and half a lemon into a mug. Add the honey to your cup and stir until it is fully dissolved.

Pour water over the lemon and honey. Let the tea sit for 2-5 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.

Stir with a spoon to ensure the honey is completely Enjoy your lemon and honey tea hot!

You can adjust the amount of honey and lemon to suit your taste preferences. You can also add a couple of slices of fresh ginger to the tea for an added kick of flavor.

Variations

There are many ways that you can vary this lemon and honey tea recipe to suit your taste preferences. Here are a few ideas, but feel free to adjust your flavors:

• Add some fresh ginger for a spicy kick.
• Substitute the honey with maple syrup for a different sweetness.
• Use another type of tea, such as green or black tea, as the base for the lemon and honey.
• Add a few fresh mint leaves to the tea for a refreshing and aromatic twist.
• Try using lime instead of lemon for a slightly different flavor.

FAQs

How to make lemon honey tea?

The most common way to make lemon honey tea is by adding hot boiling water to a mug and then adding the juice of half a lemon and a spoonful of honey. You can add some fresh ginger root and cucumber slices for extra flavor. The longer you let your drink brew, the stronger it will be.

How does honey lemon tea help?

Honey is one of the most nutritious foods when taken in moderate amounts. The sweetness from the honey helps mask the bitterness of the lemon juice, making it easier to drink without adding artificial sweeteners such as sugar or cane juice. It also has anti-inflammatory properties, which may help soothe sore throats and sore gums caused by infections like strep throat,

What does lemon and honey tea do?

The main benefits of drinking lemon and honey tea are that it is an aid for weight loss, it helps relieve constipation, it helps reduce cholesterol levels, it reduces stress levels, and improves digestion.

How much lemon and honey is in tea?

You can put as much lemon and honey in your tea as you want, depending on your taste buds. If you find that the taste is too strong, try using less but if you find the taste too weak, then add more until you get the desired taste out of your lemon honey tea.

What is lemon honey tea good for?

The sweet taste of honey complements the tart flavor of lemons while adding some much-needed vitamins A and C to your diet, which are known for their immune-boosting properties.