Ginger Root Tea

How To Make Ginger Tea: 3-Ingredient Lemon Ginger Detox Tea Recipe, a tasty fresh-made tea to jumpstart your diet!

Introducing our Lemon Ginger Detox Tea Recipe…

You might have tasted something similar in an Asian restaurant at some point. Most often sushi bars and Korean restaurants offer fresh-made lemon ginger tea with a heavy amount of honey. Usually, it’s served with long ginger strands resting in the bottom of the mug. The flavor is warm, zippy, and devilishly sweet.

Indian Adrak Chai (Method 3)

The third is a popular method of making adrak chai in India. Steep 1 tsp grated ginger and 1 to 1.5 teaspoons tea leaves or tea powder in ¾ cup boiling water for 3 to 4 mins. Ensure the black tea is boiling rapidly, then reduce the heat and pour ¼ to 1/3 cup milk and add sugar to taste. Simmer for a while. Enjoy a sweetened, milky tea that is aromatic and delightful.

For this method I prefer to crush ginger and few black pepper corn in a mortar pestle.

Ginger Tea is the perfect wellness drink to begin your day! Homemade fresh ginger tea not only detoxifies and strengthens your digestive system & mind but also boosts overall health by building immunity. Ginger tea is the best warming drink that awakens your taste buds, fine tunes your digestive system, calms your mind and prepares your body for the day’s work.

Herbal and spice teas are considered as some of the earliest beverages created. Given the medicinal properties and the zesty flavor it provides, ginger remains a popular ingredient among the health conscious.

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Hot ginger tea is great for warming up on a cold day or for when you’re feeling under the weather. See health benefits, side effects, and how to make this herbal tea quickly using fresh ginger.

Ginger tea is a drink made by steeping fresh or dried ginger in water. It’s an herbal beverage and doesn’t contain any caffeine.

Ginger used in tea is the root of a flowering plant and it can be eaten raw or cooked. It’s spicy so a little goes a long way.

Ginger tea made from scratch, using fresh ginger, may seem like a lot of work, but it’s actually quick and easy using a couple of shortcuts.

Hello! I am constantly sipping tea as the weather gets cooler. I cannot handle the cold (I’m pretty sure I was made to live on a hot rock in the deserts of Mexico like a lizard). I just want to drink hot tea and sit by the heater at all times.

Luckily Celestial Seasonings has about 9,226 different flavors of tea (give or take) so I can sip all day and night without getting tired of it. And I’m pretty happy their seasonal flavors are everywhere now. I stock up!

• 2 bags of Gingerbread Spice tea
•  3/4 cup milk of your choice
• pumpkin pie spice
• packet of sweetener (or two)

Directions: Steep 2 tea bags in 1/2 cup of hot water for 3 minutes. Heat milk and add sweetener and a good shake of pumpkin pie spice. Stir. Remove tea bags and pour hot milk mixture over tea. Optional: Top with whipped cream and a little more pp spice. Enjoy!

This would work great with their Sugar Cookie Sleigh Ride tea but won’t have as much ‘spice’ taste to it.

If I was a dinosaur I’d be a Tea Rex.

3 Methods To Make Ginger Tea (Stepwise photos)

Preparation

Fresh and tender ginger shoots are best for making tea. They have a mild spicy mouthfeel and an appealing taste. This is the reason fresh ginger is preferred both in tea and as a cooking ingredient in savory dishes. There are 2 kinds of ginger available in the markets. One is Hybrid variety and the other Non-hybrid or Non-GMO.

The hybrid ginger is less pungent and less bitter in taste and works well equally like the non-hybrid kind. If you are sensitive to spice or suffer from acidity then avoid the non-hybrid kind as it is too strong and too pungent. Both these are available in grocery stores, super markets and farmers markets.

Wash ginger well under running water. You may also soak it in water for a while & scrub with a vegetable brush to get rid of hard mud deposits.

If you want you may peel the ginger. You will require 5 grams of ginger per serving, about 1 * ½ inch piece. Peel only the amount you require. Meanwhile bring water to a boil. You will need 1 cup water per serving.

You can either grate or chop it. I personally prefer to grate it as it reduces the steep time

Make tea

Bring water to a rolling boil. Add the chopped or grated ginger. I used 2 cups water and 10 grams ginger here.

Cover and simmer for 3 to 4 minutes. If using chopped or sliced ginger boil for 5 to 6 mins.

When the tea is ready you will see the color changes to slight yellow.

Strain and press down the ginger with a spoon to extract all of the flavor.

Squeeze in lemon juice and stir well. If you want to use honey, cool down slightly and then stir a tsp of honey.

Treat yourself to a cup of piping hot ginger tea. When made with fresh ginger root it will be far tastier than ginger tea brewed from a store-bought tea bag. Ginger tea is sometimes called ginger water. It is, quite simply, hot water infused with fresh ginger. Fresh ginger can be spicy, so play around with the quantity of ginger you use or steep the ginger for longer if you want a spicier tea. To balance the ginger, a bit of fresh lime juice and a touch of sweetness from honey. Both of these ingredients are optional and can be added to suite your taste.

Does Ginger Need to Be Peeled Before Making Tea?

Peeling ginger root is not necessary and a matter of personal preference. Many people never peel the root, especially for a recipe like ginger tea when it’s not consumed. Others prefer to peel older roots and leave the younger roots intact. If you choose to leave the peel, be sure to rinse and scrub the root thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris. The secret to the perfect ginger tea is lots and lots of fresh ginger, simmered for a long time to bring out the flavor. You really can’t overdo it, so feel free to add as much ginger as you want and keep it simmering for as long as you want.

Batch Ginger Tea

For tea throughout the week, make a big batch by doubling or tripling the recipe. Store the tea in a sealed container in the refrigerator. Drink it cold or heat it up one cup at a time within a week for the freshest taste.

What Are the Health Benefits of Ginger Tea?

For many people, ginger tea is a favorite way to reap the benefits of ginger root. Ginger has long played a role in traditional medicine, particularly as a digestive aid for things like upset stomach, nausea, and constipation relief. Ginger also has anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties. Researchers continue to look at its possible benefits for various diseases. While there are few side effects to drinking ginger tea, it’s always a good idea to discuss it with your doctor.

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“The fact that this tea was made using fresh ginger root made it incredibly appealing. I made a batch of tea in under 25 minutes, boiling the ginger for the full 20 minutes, and the flavor was great! It’ll surely be my new beverage of choice when it gets colder out.” —Victoria Heydt

• fresh (about 2 inches)

• fresh lime or lemon juice (juice of 1/2 lime or lemon), optional

• 1 to 2 , to taste

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1. Gather the ingredients.

2. Prepare the fresh ginger by peeling it and slicing it thinly to maximize the surface area. This will help you make a very flavorful ginger tea.

3. In a 1 1/4-quart pot, add the water and ginger, and bring to a boil for at least 10 minutes. For a stronger and tangier tea, allow to boil for 20 minutes or more, and use more slices of ginger.

4. Remove it from the heat, strain, and add the lime juice and honey to taste.

Leftovers and Storage

• If you have leftover ginger root, you can freeze it to use later.
• Consume any leftover ginger tea within one week and keep in the refrigerator in an airtight container or bottle.
• When storing ginger tea, you may notice some sediment form. It’s common for particles from the strained ginger to settle, and it’s safe to drink. To avoid it, strain the tea through one or two layers of cheesecloth.

Ginger Tea Variations

• Sweeten the tea with agave nectar, brown rice syrup, or monk fruit rather than honey. You can also enjoy this tea unsweetened, depending on your personal taste.
• Turmeric and Ginger Tea: Add some fresh slices of turmeric root along with the ginger to the pot and simmer.
• Ginger and Mint Tea: A handful of fresh mint leaves added to the pot while the ginger and water are simmering makes for a refreshing tea, especially when chilled and served over ice.

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Learn how to make the best fresh lemon ginger tea with this five-ingredient recipe! Sweet, spicy, and refreshing, it’s the perfect pick-me-up for when you need a little immunity boost or simply want to wind down for the day. 

Made with a bold, slightly spicy flavor profile thanks to the ginger root, this homemade lemon ginger tea is sweetened with honey and balanced with a touch of lemon and turmeric for the ultimate soothing hot drink.

Super quick and easy to make, it’s commonly used to help fight colds and infections when you’re feeling under the weather. If you need a boost, try this tea along with things like Greek Lemon Chicken Soup or Easy Mediterranean Chickpea Soup and whatever ails you doesn’t have a chance.

Lemon ginger tea is great for when you’re sick and a little immunity boost, but I drink it just to relax at the end of a long day or to warm up on a chilly day. The comforting warmth and bright flavors in this homemade fresh ginger tea are a great way to end (or even begin) the day!

Table of Contents

What’s in Lemon Ginger Tea? 

If you guessed lemon and ginger, you’re right! However, there are a few extra ingredients needed to make the best lemon ginger tea recipe. Here’s everything you’ll need: 

• Water: Whether you’re making lemon ginger tea, Arabic tea with fresh mint, or simply steeping a pre-made bag of your favorite tea blend, you need water to begin! 
• Grated ginger: Use freshly grated ginger or even ginger paste to add a slightly spicy, tangy taste. 
• Lemon: Both lemon juice and lemon slices are used to add notes of citrus flavor. 
• Turmeric: Just a pinch is all you’ll need to add depth to the flavor and extra health benefits! 
• Honey: Use as little or as much as you’d like to sweeten this ginger tea recipe to your taste. 

How to Make Ginger Tea

Once you learn how to make ginger tea, you’ll never go back to tea bags again! Here is how it’s done: 

1. Boil the water. In a saucepan or your favorite tea kettle, boil your water over medium-high heat. 
2. Stir in the ingredients. Gently stir in all of the ingredients, starting with just 1 tablespoon of honey. You can easily add more later if needed! 
3. Steep the tea. Shut off the heat, cover the saucepan or kettle, and allow the ginger tea to steep for at least 10 minutes. This is what allows the flavor to really sink in! 
4. Serve. Place a small mesh strainer over your cup, and pour the tea through. Then, adjust the sweetness to your likely, add a slice of lemon to make it extra pretty, and enjoy! 

Is Ginger Tea Good for You? 

Yes! Not only is ginger tea delicious, warming, and low in calories, but it’s also full of health benefits, too, and can help boost your immune system, aid in digestion, soothe upset stomachs, and even reduce symptoms of nausea. 

These positive impacts are largely due to the use of ginger root, which comes from the ginger plant. However, it’s important to note that fresh ginger root, not ginger powder must be used. This is because dry ginger does not contain gingerol, the powerful antioxidant, found in the fresh root. 

Coupled with the antioxidant properties of honey and the polyphenols in turmeric that can help reduce inflammation, relieve arthritis symptoms, and more, this ginger tea is the ultimate cold-busting, mood-boosting recipe! 

Ginger Tea Variations

Now that you have the basic recipe for fresh ginger tea, feel free to experiment to make it your own! For instance, some of my favorite variations include: 

• 1 small cinnamon stick for extra warmth and spice. 
• A dash of fresh mint leaves to make it extra vibrant and refreshing. 
• Omitting the turmeric to allow the citrus flavors to shine through. 
• Using lime juice for a slightly different taste. 
• Steeping the ingredients with green, oolong, or black tea. 

What to serve with ginger tea

This fresh ginger tea recipe is super satisfying when served on its own, but it also pairs perfectly with all your favorite snacks and meals! 

For example, start your day on the right foot with a warm cup of tea and a Savory Oatmeal Bowl, a Smoked Salmon Sandwich, or Healthy Breakfast Egg Muffins. 

Or, treat yourself to an afternoon treat or post-dinner dessert by serving it with Easy Churro Chips, a slice of Italian Lemon Ricotta Cheesecake, or Biscotti! 

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• heaping tablespoon fresh grated ginger, start with ½ tablespoon if you want it less spicy
• less than ¼ teaspoon
• to your taste

Optional add ons:

• small cinnamon stick
• Fresh mint leaves

• In a saucepan or teakettle, boil the water. Stir in the ginger, lemon juice, turmeric, and honey (start with 1 tablespoon of honey and add as you need).

• Immediately turn the heat off. Cover the teapot and allow the ginger tea to steep for 10 minutes.

• Place a small mesh strainer over your cup and pour the ginger tea through. Garnish with a slice of lemon.

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About This Ginger Tea

Ginger tea is very popular in India and is a favorite chai of many Indians other than Masala Chai. It is known as Adrak chai or Adrak wali chai in India. As ginger is called as ‘adrak’ in Hindi language.

Tea is made in most Indian homes. Generally it is made with dairy milk. For vegan you can opt to use cashew milk, soy milk, almond milk or oats milk to make vegan ginger tea.

When using any plant based milk heat them separately until hot but not boiling and add it to the hot tea concoction. Mix and switch off the heat.

For a plant based tea I suggest to use cashew milk because it is smooth, rich and compliments the tea so well that you won’t even notice that it’s plant-based tea!

You can also leave out adding any milk to make this tea. I know many folks who love their ginger tea without milk.

There are a few variations of this tea. If you add certain spices to this tea then it becomes masala chai. You can also use a chai spice blend know as masala chai powder.

Other popular teas include mint tea (called pudina chai), and tulsi tea which are made with fresh mint leaves and tulsi leaves (holy basil). Ginger and mint can be used to make tea too.

Sometimes I make tea with ginger, green cardamom and lemongrass leaves. This concoction helps to alleviate migraines. I learned about this herbal remedy after my visit to a spice farm in Goa.

You can make this ginger tea with or without tea leaves but I prefer mine with tea leaves. Sometimes I also add ground cinnamon, fennel, nutmeg, cloves, mint or tulsi leaves to this tea to give it a twist!

In addition, this tea has great health benefits. It prevents colds and coughs in the winter and also aids digestion.

How to make Ginger Tea

1. Wash, peel and crush the ginger in a mortar pestle. You can also opt to grate the ginger instead of crushing it. Then prepare all of the ingredients for this recipe.

2. Crush or powder 3 to 4 green cardamoms in a mortar-pestle.

3. In a saucepan or kettle, add 4 cups of water, 2 inches ginger grated and crushed green cardamoms with the peels.

4. Boil the water, ginger and green cardamom mixture for 4 to 5 minutes or until the color of the water changes to a mild yellowish hue. Once the juice from the ginger are released, it causes the water to change color.

5. Add 8 teaspoons of raw sugar or white sugar. You can add more or less of sugar according to your taste. Simmer for 1 to 2 minutes.

6. Now add 3 to 4 teaspoons of tea powder or black tea leaves.

For a stronger tea use Assam tea leaves or powder. For a milder version use Darjeeling tea leaves or powder. We always prefer our tea to have a strong flavor and so we use Assam tea powder.

If possible try to buy an organic brand of tea leaves or tea dust powder.

7. Simmer for about 1 to 2 minutes till the water gets a deep hue of red. To make your tea stronger simmer for about 3 minutes or as desired.

However, if you prefer a lighter tea then add the tea leaves to the water straight away. Switch off the heat. Cover and allow the tea leaves to steep in the hot spiced water for 3 to 4 minutes.

8. Add ¼ to ½ cup of milk. Some people prefer milky tea while others prefer less milk. It is entirely up to you!

9. Simmer for a minute or two. The milk can be at room temperature or cold. You can also use hot milk.

Note: If you are using cashew milk or almond milk, then heat them separately in another pan until hot but not boiling. Then mix with the tea and switch off the heat. Boiling further may cause the cashew or almond milk to become slimy and separate.

10. Strain the tea through a strainer into the cups.

Serve the hot ginger tea or adrak chai with Indian snacks such as bread pakora, shakkar pare, mathri or samosas. You can also serve this tea with biscuits or cookies.

Expert Tips

• Green Cardamom: Maybe you don’t have cardamom on hand? Or maybe you are not a fan of cardamom. Whatever the case is you don’t have to add it to this tea. However, if you do want to add it to the tea then make sure it is crushed. If not you won’t get the full cardamom flavor. You can also use green cardamom powder instead.
• Ginger: Ginger is the main ingredient in this recipe and adds sweet and spicy flavors to the tea. It’s important to crush the ginger before adding it to the ginger tea otherwise you won’t get all of the ginger flavors. Alternatively, you can grate the ginger too. You have the option to add as much ginger as you like. If you want a strong ginger flavor, add more and if you want a milder ginger flavor then add less. You can also use ground ginger (ginger powder) but add in small amount.
• Milk: The amount of milk you add can be varied depending on your preference. If you like a stronger tea then add less milk and if you prefer a milkier tea then add more.
• Tea: If you want to make strong ginger tea then allow the water to come to 2 to 3 boils when making the tea. This will intensify the flavors of each ingredient. Conversely, for a weaker tea only boil the tea for a short period of time.

FAQs

When should I drink ginger tea?

You can drink this tea at any time of the day but it is best to drink it in the morning as it charges up your metabolism and is known to prevent nausea. But don’t drink in the night as then you will have difficulty in getting sleep.

How do you make ginger tea from scratch?

Make ginger tea from scratch by adding crushed ginger and green cardamom to the saucepan. Then pour water into the saucepan and bring it to a boil. Once the water begins to boil add sugar, tea leaves and milk (optional). Once the tea is ready pour it through a strainer into a cup and serve hot.

How long should I boil ginger?

I would suggest that you boil the ginger for 4 to 5 minutes or until the water changes to a yellow hue. This way you will get all of the flavors from the ginger.

Is it good to boil ginger and drink?

Yes. Boiling ginger is the best way to get it to release its natural compounds. Heating the ginger with water makes the ginger steep and results in a delicious flavorful tea.

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Green Tea Recipe

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This Ginger Tea or Adrak Wali Chai is a warming, spiced and fragrant Indian tea made with fresh ginger roots, crushed cardamom, sugar and milk (optional).

• 3 to 4 black tea powder
• ginger for a strong taste or 1 inch ginger for a milder taste, peeled and either crushed or grated.
• 3 to 4 crushed or powdered in a mortar-pestle (optional)
• ¼ to ½ or cashew milk or soy milk – add more if you want a milky tea

Preparation

• Rinse, peel and crush the ginger roots in a mortar pestle. You can also grate them if you want.

• Crush or powder 3 to 4 green cardamoms in a mortar-pestle.

Making ginger tea

• In a saucepan or kettle, add 4 cups of water, 2 inch ginger grated and the crushed green cardamoms with their peels.

• Boil this water-ginger-cardamom mixture for a good 4 to 5 minutes, till the color of the water changes to a mild yellowish hue. The ginger releases its juices and flavors in the water and thus the color of the water changes.

• Add 8 teaspoon sugar or as desired. Simmer for a more of 1 to 2 minutes.

• Now add 3 to 4 teaspoon of tea powder and simmer for about 1 to 2 minutes till the water gets a deep hue of red. To make your tea stronger simmer for about 3 minutes or as desired.

• Simmering makes the tea strong. If you prefer a light version, then just add the tea leaves to the water. Switch off the heat. Cover and allow the tea leaves to steep in the hot spiced water for 3 to 4 minutes.

• Add ¼ to ½ cup of milk.

• Simmer for a minute or two.

• Strain the tea through a strainer right into the cups.

• Serve the hot ginger tea with indian snacks like pakoras, cutlet or samosas. You could also serve the tea with biscuits or cookies.

• Use fresh and tender ginger. You can also use ginger powder. But add in small amounts as it is very heaty. In this recipe you can add about ¼ teaspoon ginger powder.
• You can use either tea dust powder or tea leaves. Assam tea powder or leaves will make for a stronger tea. Darjeeling tea powder or leaves will give a mild tasting tea.
• The addition of milk is optional. Feel free to skip or alter the quantity of the milk.
• You can also use plant based milk to make vegan ginger tea. If you are using cashew milk or almond milk or oats milk, then heat them separately in another pan until hot but not boiling. Mix the hot plant based milk with the tea concoction. Switch off the heat. Boiling further may cause the cashew or almond milk to become slimy and separate.
• If it does not suit you omit the sugar or reduce the quantity.
• This recipe can be easily scaled.

Ginger Tea Recipe (Adrak Chai)

Amount Per Serving

Calories from Fat 9

% Daily Value*

Saturated Fat 1g

Vitamin A 25IU

Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) 1mg

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) 1mg

Vitamin B3 (Niacin) 1mg

Vitamin B6 1mg

Vitamin B12 1µg

Vitamin C 1mg

Vitamin D 1µg

Vitamin E 1mg

Vitamin K 1µg

Vitamin B9 (Folate) 1µg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

How To Make Fresh Ginger Tea

This ginger tea recipe uses real, fresh ginger to create a drink that’s uniquely warm and soothing. It’s a great drink for curing upset stomachs too.

Ingredients

• no need to peel, sliced into pieces no wider than ¼ inch
• piece of fresh turmeric,Optional flavorings, cut into thin slices, same as the ginger, or several sprigs of fresh mint
• thin round of fresh lemon,or orange, and/or 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup as optional add-ins, to taste

Instructions

1. Combine the ginger slices and water in a saucepan over high heat. If adding a cinnamon stick, fresh turmeric, or fresh mint, add it now.

2. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat as necessary to maintain a gentle simmer for 5 minutes. For extra-strong ginger flavor, simmer for up to 10 minutes.

3. Remove the pot from the heat. Carefully pour the mixture through a mesh sieve into a heat-safe liquid measuring cup, or directly into a mug.

4. If desired, serve with a lemon round and/or a drizzle of honey or maple syrup, to taste. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Ginger Lemon Tea

Anyone who knows me well, knows I’m a fan of detox tea.

In my line of work, it comes in handy. After all, recipe testing, eating, traveling, and eating some more, takes a toll.

I try to get five good workouts in each week and eat lots of lean low carb dishes to counterbalance all the “research eating” I do.

It certainly helps, but sometimes I need a little extra something to eliminate salt and/or sugar bloat after naughty eating days. (Can I say bloat on the blog?) Women in particular tend to struggle with excess water weight after enjoying certain foods.

When I travel, I keep detox tea bags on hand to drink in the evenings before bed. This helps eliminate extra water weight so I fit into my clothes the next morning. The Yogi and Traditional Medicinal brands are my favorites. You can also drink dandelion tea to achieve the same goal.

However, at home, I like to sip a detox tea that tastes fresher, and boosts my metabolism!

Lemon Ginger Detox Tea Recipe

How To Make Ginger Tea: Lemon Ginger Detox Tea Recipe – A cleansing tea, perfect for jump-starting your diet! Try sipping this 3 ingredient Lemon Ginger Tea in the morning.

• fresh grated ginger
• (skip for detox)

• Boil water in a kettle.

• Add honey to taste if drinking for enjoyment. Skip the honey (or use very little) if drinking as a detox tea.

To Make An Entire Pot: Make as instructed above using 2 tablespoons fresh grated ginger, 1 small sliced lemon or 1/2 large lemon, 6 cups boiling water, (optional) 4-5 tablespoons honey.

Detox Tea Tips

You can also pour this Lemon Ginger Detox Tea Recipe over ice, in your water bottle, and sip it all day long!

To Make An Entire Pot/Large Batch: Make as instructed above using 2 tablespoons fresh grated ginger, 1 small sliced lemon or 1/2 large lemon, 6 cups boiling water, (optional) 4-5 tablespoons honey.

Want to take this tea to the next level? Instead of using a spoon to stir this drink, use a cinnamon stick.

Ginger Tea Benefits

Ancient Ayurvedic writings mentioned ginger as an universal medicine for healing and improving the over all well-being. Indian households have consumed ginger tea from hundreds of years.

Caribbeans use it to cure many health issues including colic and constipation. The Burmese consider ginger an effective aid against flu while the Japan swear by its ability to boost blood circulation. Modern science too recognizes some associated benefits.

Here are some uses of consuming this tea:

• A hot cup of ginger tea is a great monsoon and winter drink. It keeps your body warm, builds immunity, keeps you away from cold, flu and cough & detoxifies the body.
• It works on the digestive system. Improves appetite, digestion and helps in better absorption of nutrients from the food we consume.
• The anti-inflammatory gingerol in this rhizome can cure headaches, provide relief from arthritis, and migraines and reduce high blood pressure.
• Ginger tea can prevent nausea and vomiting, especially from morning sickness during pregnancy. It can be comforting against menstrual cramps.
• It is a fat buster and helps in weight loss efforts too.

Ginger Tea Recipe

If you are trying to fight cold, flu and cough or trying to find relief from arthritis make the basic version with ginger and water.

We also love this with lemon juice, honey, orange juice, calamansi juice or grapefruit juice. If you are a spice lover, then ground spices like cinnamon, star anise or even black pepper will add a zing to your tea.

Ginger can reduce the effects of certain medications. Always speak to a medical expert before you embark on a daily ginger tea journey. Read the faqs below

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5 Ginger Tea Health Benefits

1. Contains Antioxidants

Ginger is an excellent source of health-promoting antioxidant compounds. This mainly includes gingerols, parasols, and shogaols, according to an 2019 article.

Antioxidants protect your cells by minimizing free radicals and oxidative stress, a major cause of chronic disease.

2. Reduces Inflammation

The antioxidants in ginger also have anti-inflammatory effects on the body. They work by reducing certain proteins, called pro-inflammatory cytokines, which are involved in inflammation.

This may help manage inflammatory diseases, like rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, or inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

3. Minimizes Nausea

The next time you’re feeling nauseous, reach for a hot cup of ginger tea. According to the 2019 article, ginger can ease nausea caused by surgery, medication, motion sickness, or pregnancy. 

Ginger also helps control other digestive issues like gas, bloating, stomach cramping, which often appear with nausea.

4. Manages High Blood Pressure 

One of the biggest risk factors for heart disease is high blood pressure, or hypertension.

Ginger can reduce the risk by increasing substances that widen blood vessels, ultimately improving blood flow and reducing pressure.

5. Protects Brain Function

The health benefits of ginger extend to your brain, too. According to a 2021 article, the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects of gingerols and shogaols can protect your neurons, or nerve cells.

This may reduce the risk of neurodegenerative conditions like Alzheimer’s disease, as well as other memory disorders.

Step-by-Step Brewing Instructions

For full ingredients and instructions, scroll down to see the recipe.

1. Peel and grate ginger.
   Grate ginger straight into the teapot.
2. Add lemon slices and hot water into the teapot.
3. Cover and steep.
4. Strain solids and pour hot tea into a teacup. Add honey to taste.

Ingredient Notes

• Fresh ginger
  Find ginger root in the produce section of your supermarket. Look for firm pieces that look plump and don’t get ones that are shriveled.
• Lemon
  Sliced lemons or lemon juice both work.
• Honey
  Use any kind of honey you have available.
• Water
  Tea is mostly made of water so use filtered water if possible.

Benefits of Detox Tea

However, if you remove most (or all) of the honey, you’ve got a fabulous Lemon Ginger Detox Tea Recipe that will:

• Eliminate water retention
• Shrink your stomach so you don’t overeat
• And actually boost your metabolism (according to some research)

Not to mention this might also:

• Aid and soothe indigestion
• Alleviate nausea (great for people going through chemotherapy)
• Could have anti-inflammatory properties and antioxidant properties
• Can help boost your immune system 
• Could help reduce inflammation
• Can help clear your sinuses

Side Effects of Ginger Tea

1. Digestive Issues
Ginger and ginger tea might cause heartburn, diarrhea, and stomach discomfort, especially if you drink too much. The strong, spicy flavor may also irritate your mouth. If this happens when you drink ginger tea, consider diluting the drink with more water.

2. Medication Interactions
Ginger might increase the risk of bleeding, according to Mount Sinai Hospital. More research is needed, but if you’re taking blood-thinning medications, ask your doctor if it’s safe to drink ginger tea.

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Ginger Tea from Scratch

A warming hot tea made with fresh ginger, lemon, and honey.

serving (16 ounces)

• fresh ginger root

• Peel and grate ginger.

  Peel one inch piece of fresh ginger root and grate into a teapot.

• Add lemon slices and hot water into the teapot. Cover and steep for 5 minutes.

  Use filtered water for the best quality ginger tea. I like to set my electric kettle with a temperature setting to 208°F.

• Strain solids and pour hot tea into a teacup. Add honey to taste.

• Add as much or little ginger as you like since it can get too spicy. For a serving of 1 cup of water, I’m using an half inch of ginger root. If you want a milder taste, use less ginger.
• You can grate ginger ahead of time and freeze it. Store it in a resealable plastic bag, flattening it before freezing. When you need some grated ginger, snap off a piece.
• Instead of sliced lemons, you can also use the juice from half a lemon.
• For a refreshing summer drink, make it iced by cooling the drink down, then adding ice.
• Avoid buying fresh ginger root that’s shriveled and dry. Look for one that’s plump and firm. Ginger is usually sold by weight don’t be afraid to break off a piece of the freshest ginger root in the pile if it’s too big.

Potential Health Benefits

Lemon is a natural diuretic that helps purge unwanted water weight. It also causes your stomach to pucker when consumed, so your stomach is smaller for a time. That means if you drink it before a meal, you will feel full after eating less food.

Lemon also freshens your breath, boosts your immunity, improves your skin, and helps with digestion, among many other benefits.

Put these two power-packed ingredients together and you have a Lemon Ginger Detox Tea Recipe that can get your body back on track in no time.

What is Ginger Tea?

Ginger tea is a traditional drink made by steeping fresh grated ginger in boiling water. There are various kinds of ginger tea made across the world. But in its simplest avatar ginger tea is nothing but a concoction of hot water and freshly grated or crushed ginger.

While ginger remains the key ingredient, various ingredients like lemon, oranges, sugar, palm sugar, milk, spices and herbs are also used in some versions.

Did you know that ginger is a close cousin of turmeric, galangal and cardamon? Ginger is more than a flavor enhancing culinary spice. It is a powerful antioxidant, and antifungal ingredient that enriches the body.

This aromatic spice with Southeast Asian roots was introduced in Europe around 800 AD. However, it has been featuring in Asian, Indian and African dishes and alternative and folk medicine for over 5000 years.

How To Make Ginger Tea

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger (from fresh ginger root)
• 1 lemon wedge with peel (both for lemon juice and garnish if desired)
• 1 cup hot water
• 2-3 teaspoons raw honey (skip for detox)

Instructions

Boil water in a kettle.

Add honey to taste and stir if drinking for enjoyment. Skip the honey (or use very little) if drinking as a detox tea.

As for the honey, I’ve included it in the recipe so you can taste the restaurant version. Honey does have its own list of health benefits, so if you need to sweeten your tea a little, that’s ok. If you are not a honey fan you can use the sweetener of your choice.

However, I personally never add the honey when I’m using this Lemon Ginger Detox Tea Recipe as a bodily reset. I just don’t want the extra sugar messing up my detox.

Faqs

What is ginger tea good for?

Ginger tea is a health drink with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and anti-fungal properties. Enjoy it as an aromatic and refreshing drink, and a better option to carbonated and sugary drinks.

Is it good to drink ginger tea every day?

You can drink ginger tea every day in its diluted form, as long as the ginger amount is less than 5 grams a day. Milky gingery tea is consumed by Indians multiple times a day without any issues.

What is the best time to drink ginger tea?

A cup of this tea gives you a fresh morning start. It aids digestion, prevents nausea and headaches, and best still, fires up your metabolism for the day.

Can I drink ginger tea on an empty stomach?

Yes, you can drink it without upsetting your stomach. Too much of ginger or strong teas can cause acidity in some people.

Is ginger tea good for acid reflux?

Yes and no. The anti-inflammatory properties provide relief from acid reflux when you drink in small quantities. Have too much of it, and you’ll be worsening your acidosis symptoms and increasing heart burn.

Does ginger tea help with nausea?

Yes. Ginger has been traditionally used both home and medicinal remedy for reducing nausea and vomiting.

What are the side effects of drinking ginger tea?

Too much of ginger can cause heartburn, insomnia, acidity and restlessness. Some people could be allergic to it and suffer from severe symptoms.

Does ginger tea have caffeine?

Plain tea made with water and fresh ginger has no caffeine. Ginger and herbal teas for that matter contains zilch. But if you steep ginger with green, oblong or black tea, it does have caffeine, although it is much less than found in coffee.

Questions You May Have

Is there caffeine in this drink?

There’s no caffeine at all in ginger tea.

Can I eat the ginger pulp instead of straining it out?

Yes! I strain out the ginger but you can definitely leave it in if you prefer.

Does honey lose its nutrients once its added to hot water?

There are claims that you destroy the good enzymes in honey if you add it to boiling hot water. If you’re worried about this, add the honey to your teacup after the tea has poured and cooled down a little.

Recipe Card

• (1 teaspoon grated or 1 * ½ inch)

Optional

• (or lime juice, calamansi or grapefruit juice)
• (or ⅛ teaspoon ground)
• 6 to 8 (Tulsi) or mint leaves

How to Make Ginger Tea

• Method 1: Rinse ginger under running water. If required soak it in a bowl of water to loosen the mud deposits and scrub it well with a vegetable brush.

• If you want you may peel the ginger with a table knife or a spoon. Do not peel the whole root, peel only an inch keeping the rest intact.

• Bring water to a rolling boil. Meanwhile grate or chop the ginger.

• Add to the boiling water. If you want to use spices and herbs add them too at this step.

• Simmer covered for 3 to 4 mins. If using chopped or sliced ginger boil for 5 to 6 mins.

• When the ginger tea is ready you will see it turns to a light yellow color. Turn off the heat and strain to a serving cup. Press down with a spoon to extract most of the ginger flavor. Stir in lemon juice.

• If you want to sweeten it add a tsp of honey when it cools down slightly. Do not stir in honey to very hot tea. If the tea is too spicy for your taste, simply dilute it with hot water.

• Method 3: To make Indian ginger tea, Boil 1 tsp ginger, 1 to 1.5 teaspoons tea leaves or tea powder in ¾ cup water for 3 to 4 mins. If you want you can also add tulsi or mint leaves. When the tea is boiling rapidly, pour ¼ to ⅓ cup milk and sugar to taste. Simmer for a while. Strain and drink. Avoid lemon in this adrak chai.

1. 1 teaspoon grated ginger per serving makes a strong tea. You may reduce it if you can’t handle spicy drinks. Or simply dilute the tea with more hot water. This will reduce the strength.
2. If you are suffering from acidity use only lemons and not limes. 
3. The non-hybrid variety of ginger is Spicer, pungent and bitter. Use less in that case.
4. If you are suffering from dehydration, heat, sunstroke or constipation stay away from this drink.
5. This can be given to kids above 4 years with only 1/4 teaspoon ginger steeped in 1 cup water.
6. Fresh tea tastes best. But it can prepared and left at room temperature for 5 to 6 hours and reheated. 
7. You can also refrigerate for 1 to 2 days and reheat.
8. If using orange juice, I generally warm it up a little before stirring it to the hot tea. 

Alternative quantities provided in the recipe card are for 1x only, original recipe.

Ginger Tea Recipe

Amount Per Serving

Calories from Fat 9

% Daily Value*

Saturated Fat 1g

Vitamin A 1IU

Vitamin C 3mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Expert Tips

Adjust ginger as needed.
Add as much or little ginger as you like since it can get too spicy. For a serving of 1 cup of water, I’m using an half inch of ginger root. If you want a milder taste, use less ginger.

Scrape the ginger peel using a spoon.
Instead of peeling the knobby ginger root, use a spoon to scrape off the peel.

Keep grated ginger in the freezer.
You can grate ginger ahead of time and freeze it. Store it in a resealable plastic bag, flattening it before freezing. When you need some grated ginger, snap off a piece.

Use lemon juice instead.
Instead of sliced lemons, you can also use the juice from half a lemon. 

Make it iced!
For a refreshing summer drink, make it iced by cooling the drink down, then adding ice.

No need to buy the entire ginger root.
Avoid buying fresh ginger root that’s shriveled and dry. Look for one that’s plump and firm. Ginger is usually sold by weight don’t be afraid to break off a piece of the freshest ginger root in the pile if it’s too big.