How To Make Iced Ginger Citrus Tea

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Here a very tasty iced tea recipe – inspired by the Ginger Citrus Tea at Balthazar Restaurant in New York City. If you don’t like ginger – this ain’t for you.

You Will Need

  • 1/2 c. Fresh Minced Ginger Root
  • 1 c. Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice
  • 8 c. Water
  • 1/2 c. Honey
  • A bunch of fresh mint
  • 4 Earl Grey Tea Bags (or other black tea)
  • 1 Large Pot
  • Strainer
  • Large Bowl
  • Large Pitcher
How To Make Iced Ginger Citrus Tea: Peel and Mince the Ginger

Step 1: Peel and Mince the Ginger

Peel the skin off the ginger root, and mince.

How To Make Iced Ginger Citrus Tea: Fill Pot with Water and Heat

Step 2: Fill Pot with Water and Heat

Fill the large pot with 8 cups of water, and turn flame on high

How To Make Iced Ginger Citrus Tea: Add the Ginger to the Pot

Step 3: Add the Ginger to the Pot

Add the minced ginger to pot and bring to a boil.

How To Make Iced Ginger Citrus Tea: Add Tea Bags to the Pot and Boil

Step 4: Add Tea Bags to the Pot and Boil

Add the tea bags and add to the boiling ginger water. Boil for 5 minutes.

You could also make this recipe without using tea at all – but doing so provides more flavor and of course the caffeine!

How To Make Iced Ginger Citrus Tea: Remove Tea Bags and Simmer.

Step 5: Remove Tea Bags and Simmer.

Turn heat to low and remove the tea bags and discard them. Continue to simmer the ginger and water for 20 minutes.

How To Make Iced Ginger Citrus Tea: Squeeze Lemons

Step 6: Squeeze Lemons

While the ginger is brewing, cut the lemons and squeeze a cup worth.

If possible, use an old fashioned, hand cranked juice squeezer. They get the most juice out.

How To Make Iced Ginger Citrus Tea: Strain the Ginger

Step 7: Strain the Ginger

After 20 mins of brewing, turn off heat and carefully strain the ginger over the large bowl. Keep the brewed ginger/tea water and discard the ginger.

How To Make Iced Ginger Citrus Tea: Add Honey and Lemon Juice

Step 8: Add Honey and Lemon Juice

Add the honey to the warm water – and stir until it’s dissolved. Now add the lemon juice

How To Make Iced Ginger Citrus Tea: Transfer to Pitcher and Serve with Mint Garnish

Step 9: Transfer to Pitcher and Serve with Mint Garnish

Transfer the tea to the pitcher and pour into tall glasses filled with ice. Garnish each glass with a fresh mint leaf.

In India, ginger is applied as a paste to the temples to relieve headaches.

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