Warm Lemon, Honey, and Ginger Soother

Description

This tangy infusion was inspired by a combination of Indian, Egyptian, and Costa Rican wisdom for soothing the common cold. Make a pot in the morning when you are not feeling well and drink throughout the day, reheating by the mugful as needed. My husband and I keep these ingredients on hand throughout the winter just because we like it. For children, add a splash of orange juice to cool it down.

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup honey, or to taste
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 1 tablespoon finely grated ginger root
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 3 ½ cups boiling water

Instructions

  1. Place honey
  2. lemon juice
  3. ginger
  4. and cinnamon in a teapot or 4-cup glass measuring beaker with spout. Pour boiling water over mixture; stir until honey is dissolved.
  5. Cover the teapot and let steep for 5 minutes. The ginger should sink to the bottom but may be strained while pouring into a mug.

Prep Time: 5 mins

Total Time: 10 mins

Servings: 4

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