This step-by-step guide on how to make fresh lemon ginger tea is quick and easy plus, this tea is delicious and good for you! Drink it to boost your immune system, to help digestion or simply to relax at the end of the day.
I’ve said it once and I’ll say it again, winter and I, we’re not a good match. In fact, I think we’re enemies.
Every year, once the weather starts getting cooler, I start getting sick. I’m allergic to a lot of medicines too so I resort to DIY home remedies and I’ve gone through a lot over the years.
I’ve shared one of my favourites – Turmeric Golden Milk – a while back and if you haven’t tried it yet I strongly encourage you to. It’s delicious and it’s packed with lots of exceptionally healthy stuff.
Another favourite is fresh lemon ginger tea. I used to buy the ready-made ones but they’re not potent enough for me (and some brands taste like cardboard TBH). So I made my own. And it’s delicious!
Just the perfect spice, tang and sweetness to soothe even your worst throat itch. I like it so much I drink it even when I’m not sick. I’m sure you’ll love it too. Ready to see how to make fresh lemon ginger tea?
How to make fresh lemon ginger tea: step 1 – prep your ginger
Buy good quality ginger. And I mean try to stay away from the old, fibrous ones. Fresh ones are the best.
You don’t really need to go organic and in fact I’ve found that organic ginger tastes a little bland (or is that just me?). In any case, fresh is better.
Peel and dice. I’m not really a peel and dice kind of girl but this I can do. I use a spoon to scrape off the skin from the ginger and by dice I just mean chop it into the smallest pieces that you can.
It doesn’t have to be perfect. And in fact if you end up with big-ish pieces no worries, it just means you’ll need to steep your tea longer.
Put your ginger in a french press
or a teapot
and steep for at least 20 minutes. The longer you steep, the stronger the ginger kick.
How to make fresh lemon ginger tea: step 2 – juice your lemon
In the meantime, take a lemon and squeeze the living daylights out of it. I don’t use a fancy juicer, just a wooden reamer
and it works just fine. Set that aside.
How to make fresh lemon ginger tea: step 3 – make your tea
Pour your ginger tea into a cup, put fresh lemon juice, some honey, stir and enjoy. That’s it! It’s the easiest thing in the world, isn’t it? But I promise this tea is soothing and calming and tastes really good.
Cheers!
How to Make Fresh Lemon Ginger Tea
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp finely diced ginger
- 34 oz hot water
- 4 tbsp fresh lemon juice (or more, to taste)
- Honey, to taste
Instructions
- Put 4 tablespoons ginger in a teapot with 34 ounces hot water. Steep for 20 minutes.
- Strain into 2 10-oz cups (see note). Put 2 tablespoons lemon juice in each cup and sweeten with honey. Stir and enjoy!
Video
Notes
Happy tea steeping!
Did you make fresh lemon ginger tea? How’d you like it? I’d love to hear all about it in the comments section below.
Fresh lemon ginger tea would go really well with these:
-
- Easy Ensaymada Recipe (Filipino Sweet Cheesy Brioche)
-
- Lemon Bars with Shortbread Crust
-
- Lemon Ricotta Muffins
-
- Quick & Easy Lemon Buttermilk Scones
And let’s get social! Find me on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, Twitter, Google+ and Flipboard.
Or subscribe so you don’t miss a recipe. I promise I don’t spam (I hate spam too).
Do you want to improve your food photography, monetize your blog or start your very own food blog? Check out my Blogging Resources.
Bernarda says
This is become our new favorite tea. We make a pot almost everynight it is so delicious. Thanks for the simple recipe!
Jolina says
You’re most welcome Bernarda! This has saved us from the sniffles quite a few times during the winter. And yum we drink it whole year round to be honest with you 🙂
Dee says
This is so delicious and helps keep our sniffles at bay. We make it with little bit more ginger.
Harrison says
One of my favorite things winter or not. I like your photographs too.
Shari says
Your fresh lemon ginger tea has been a staple at our house. We love it so much we drink it even when noone is ill. And it tastes much much better than the tea bags. Thanks for the recipe!
Jolina says
I’m so happy to hear that Shari! Fresh is wayyyy better than the tea bag version 🙂 Hope winter is not too bad where you are!
Elise says
My grandmother used to make us something very similar. I love your recipe, the hubby wants his with a little extra zing. It works wonders.
Moira says
My hubby was feeling under the weather for a few days and we tried everything. We make your lemon tea and he already feels better. Amazing what home remedies can do. Thank you!
Jenny says
I made some of this yesterday and it tastes so good. I added more ginger, I liked the spice. I think some of colds are going away as well. Thank you!
Aarika says
I love ginger lemon tea. It’s so easy and healthy! Ginger tea is a staple in our household. Great post!
Kim Lee says
I love this idea, especially for when I’m feeling under the weather!
Jennifer Corter says
Mmm! This sounds pretty good right about now with it being freezing outside!
Marie Green says
Sipping on some ginger tea right now :). Love how it aids digestion after a meal. Adding lemon is a great idea for flavor and a boost of vitamin C. Thanks for sharing this recipe!
Gennifer Rose says
I have fresh lemons and ginger root in my kitchen. Totally going to make this tomorrow morning!
Jolina says
Awesome! Hope you like it!
Christine Anne says
I love fresh ginger tea! It’s part of my morning routine and makes me feel energized. 🙂 I also love it minus lemons for stomach aches.
Alisha says
Thank you for this! I have made my own fennel tea for the longest time. But I will definitely have to try making my own Lemon Ginger.
Jolina says
Fennel tea sounds delightful! Now I must try that too 🙂
Alicia says
I’m not a tea drinker but my husband sure is; my kids also. This one though actually looks pretty good 🙂 I may give it a try.
Meghan says
My mom would always make this when I was younger. Those stuff is so good for your digestion!
Lisa Rios says
I am one of those crazy lover of tea in different versions. My favorite way of taking them is in the form of Lemon Tea, Ginger Tea and Green Tea and they are the good way to turn a lazy morning in to a fresh one!
Jolina says
Me too! I don’t drink coffee (it makes me sleepy for some strange reason lol!) so tea is my jam 🙂
All About Zoe's says
Oh I’ve always loved lemon and haven’t thought to try ginger until now!
Jolina says
It’s a great combo! Hope you like it!
Tram-Anh Poprik says
Oh yes! I am definitely going to try this. This winter has got me so blah! I need something like this to warm me up! Thanks for the recipe….it seems easier than I thought! xo, Tram-Anh
Jolina says
Seems like forever right? There are days when I don’t see the sun at all! Boo. Enjoy the tea Tram-Anh 🙂
Barb says
Lemon ginger tea is my go-to fix for when I’m feeling under the weather. It always soothes my throat and chest and helps me relax and sleep. Thanks for sharing your recipe and beautiful photos.
Jolina says
It’s great isn’t it? So simple but so many benefits 🙂 Thanks Barb!
Leah says
I love a great cup of tea, and this sounds like a lovely combo! Cheers!
Amanda says
This sounds amazing. I love ginger tea when I’m sick. I’ll have to try this one out!
Kimberly @ Berly's Kitchen says
I don’t like winter either. 🙁 Cold weather is no fun. If we had fresh ginger, I would definitely make this tea tonight. It sounds wonderful.
Jolina says
Thanks Kimberly! Yeah, winter is no fun at all. I cannot wait for warm weather!
Oscar says
Very interesting! I make a mix of honey and ginger (put it in the Bullet or Blendtec) and put it in the fridge so when I want to make tea, I just scoop some out and add lemon. This reminds me of that.
Jolina says
Hi Oscar, that’s such a great idea! Fresh tea anytime. I think I will try that 🙂
Shaheen says
I am gonna make myself a cup right now:) Sounds so refreshing!
Jolina says
Nice! Hope you enjoy it 🙂
Whitney @ Pretty Meets Practical says
This sounds delicious! I usually drink black tea but it might be time to change things up!
Jolina says
I could not agree more! Especially in the winter, this would really help.
Chelley says
This is my absolutely favorite tea! It’s so detoxing and makes the body so warm!
hal says
this sounds great – i like the taste of ginger & def need to detox & relax a little – especially after this past weekend – I’m def going to try!
Jolina says
Hope you like it Hal. And hope you have a better week!
Shannon says
Excellent. Thank you so much, I’ll definitely be trying this [email protected]
Erica Schwarz says
The timing of me finding this post is quite a coincidence since I am home sick from work today! I love lemon ginger tea, it is SO soothing, but I have never made it from scratch like this. Seems so obvious now that I read this! Thanks for sharing.
Jolina says
Uh oh, I know how that feels. Hope you feel better Erica! Try this tea, it’s worked miracles for me 🙂
andrea says
I love ginger lemon tea but I have never thought to make it myself always by the expensive bags. Thanks for the inspiration:)
Jolina says
Hi Andrea! Hope you get to try it from scratch, it’s a world of difference in flavour 🙂
ManilaSpoon says
Ginger tea is what I rely on when my throat starts getting itchy and a nasty cough is on the way! I love the idea of making it in the french press – awesome!!
Jolina says
It’s pretty great isn’t it? I love it, even when I’m not sick!
Lori Vachon says
I may just try this tea sooner than later, I feel a bit of something coming on :/
Jolina says
Oh no, sorry to hear that. Hope you feel better Lori.
Marian Mitchell says
So easy and so great for digestion. Perfect to drink after meals, especially at night!
candy says
I am a tea drinker and this sound delicious. Now to go get everything I need to make this delicious looking tea.
Erica says
Some great tips! Im going to be switching to a tea only regiment soon.
Emily says
My husband loves all kind of teas! I will have to make this for him one morning!
Jolina says
Awesome! Hope you and your husband like it!
Francesca says
Definitely going to make this today! I have the first cold of the winter U__U
Jolina says
Oh I hate that feeling, when I know I’m about to get a cold. Hope you feel better! And I hope the tea helps.
Nellwyn says
I love lemon ginger tea in the wintertime! I make a really similar recipe as well and I really find it helps stave off a cold
Sandra Shaffer says
A cup of lemon ginger tea sounds wonderful right now. Boy what a difference in taste when you use fresh herbs. This makes me want to grow my own ginger so I have have it all the time!
Jolina says
It’s really very different from the ones you buy at the store – in a great way!
Bonnie McConaughy says
Tea is definitely good for a variety of reasons. This one sounds great!
Melanie says
I am bookmarking this to try out! Thank you!
Jacqueline says
I always have this when I have a really bad sore throat. It’s seriously so good!
Jolina says
Isn’t it? So good and so effective!
Dani says
I love Lemon and Ginger Tea. Pinning this post for later! Thanks for sharing
Jenna says
This sounds great, I need to give it a try!
Kathryn | Fashionably Frank says
I so needed this – thank you!
Elle says
Winter and I don’t get along either. Then again… neither do Spring and I. Freaking allergies. I’ll have to give this a try 🙂
Jolina says
LOL me too! I almost forgot about allergies. Come to think of it, I really only get along with summer haha.
Chrissie says
This sounds really good. I have to make that some time soon. Thank you for sharing!
Kandja Sylla says
This is one perfect healthy drink for the cold weather. This is something I would drink even when I’m not sick too. Thanks for sharing.
christine says
I just got a french press the other day and have been looking for more reasons to use it. This sounds perfect. I’ve been relaxing w/a cup of chamomile at night but I’ll give this a try.
Jolina says
Chamomile sounds lovely too 🙂 Hope you like this tea Christine!
Robin says
This is so soothing, refreshing and most of all good relief for sore throat, cough and colds.
Jolina says
Glad you liked it Robin!
kristin mccarthy says
Love ginger anything!
Sophie says
This is such a nice simple recipe. And perfect for the winter, especially with all the bugs going round!
Jolina says
Oh yeah absolutely! Whenever we start feeling even a little bit of colds coming, we start drinking this tea!
Jewel says
This looks amazing and simple. Definitely going to try it. Thank you!
Jolina says
Thank you Jewel! Hope you like it 🙂
Katie Foley says
My fiancé swears by lemon ginger tea and you’re right.. Store bought isn’t usually potent enough! Definitely going to bookmark this!
Jolina says
Thanks Katie! This is definitely a great DIY remedy 🙂
The Food Hunter says
I love the thought of lemon and ginger
maria @closeothome says
we were recently on a cruise and they should have served this to all the people that were sea sick. Ginger is so good for your belly.
Jolina says
I didn’t even know it was good for sea sickness too 🙂
chastity says
This looks wonderful! Will have to make some tonight before bed and see if that helps me fall asleep.
Dawn - Girl Heart Food says
Me and winter don’t get along either. I can’t handle the cold and I bundle up in a million layers when I go outside. I love the idea of this tea using fresh ginger. Everything is natural and healthy and so good for you. I know what you mean about some bought teas tasting not so good. Thankfully, I’m feeling good right now, but I would happily sip on this! We are in for a snow storm tomorrow so I can totally see this tea happening 🙂 Stay warm, Jolina!
Jolina says
Oh I totally get what you mean about the million layers. Then when you get indoors you’re burning up because of said layers haha. Such is winter! We had a snowstorm over the weekend, it was pretty but made for a nasty commute. Stay warm too my friend!
Valentina Chirico says
I know it!!! It’s a miraculous cure!!!
Jolina says
It’s amazing isn’t it? Delicious too 🙂