Description
A refreshing warm tonic combining fresh lemon juice, ginger, and honey in hot water to support hydration and digestion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (per cup)
- 1/2 to 1 inch fresh ginger (sliced or grated)
- 1 teaspoon honey (or to taste)
- 8 to 12 ounces warm water
- Optional: a pinch of cinnamon or a few mint leaves
Instructions
- Heat water to warm-hot (8 to 12 ounces) by bringing it to a boil and letting it cool slightly.
- Prepare ginger by peeling and slicing or grating it finely.
- Squeeze 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice into a cup.
- Combine warm water with ginger and lemon juice, and let steep for 3 to 5 minutes.
- Add honey to taste, stirring until dissolved, and serve warm.
- Optionally strain out grated ginger and serve cold if desired.
Notes
Adjust the amount of ginger and honey to suit personal taste. This drink can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Infusion
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: honey lemon ginger water, warm tonic, hydration, digestion, weight loss, soothing drink