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Some days I just want a mug of something bright, spicy and sweet, and my homemade ginger lemon honey tea is it.

I keep a jar of this in the fridge and scoop it into hot water whenever I want a mug. It takes a few minutes to make and tastes like a spicy lemon drop.

Open jar of homemade Ginger Lemon Honey Tea next to a wooden spoon.

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Why I Love Ginger Lemon Honey Tea

It tastes amazing, and it’s the first thing I reach for when I want something warm. Here’s what I love about it:

  • It’s sweet, tangy and a little spicy, like a lemon drop in a mug.
  • Layer a jar in just a few minutes, then a warm mug is ready whenever you are.
  • Just three whole-food ingredients you can find at any grocery store.
  • A reader favorite: “I drink at least 2 cups of this every single day. It replaced my coffee and it’s refreshing. I also like it cold.” (Judith W.)
Ingredients for lemon ginger tea with honey, including raw honey, ginger root, lemon slices, whole lemon, a knife, and storage jar.

Ingredients You’ll Need

You only need three ingredients to make this Ginger Lemon Honey Tea. I like to batch it out into a large mason jar and store in the fridge until needed.

  • Fresh lemons: Fresh lemon juice is high in vitamin C and adds a bright, tangy flavor. Use organic lemons or really scrub the peel to remove any pesticide or wax residue. You can create fresh lemon juice by squeezing by hand or using a juicer.
  • Fresh ginger root: Ginger is anti-inflammatory, and it brings a warm, spicy kick. Found in the produce section. You’ll want to wash it well and cut into thin ginger slices. If you can’t find it, try using herbal ginger tea from a box.
  • Raw honey: Raw local honey adds natural sweetness and balances the tartness of the lemon and ginger. Use raw local honey or Manuka honey for the best results. Infants under one year of age should avoid honey as it can cause botulism.

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Pouring raw honey into Ginger Lemon Honey Tea jar.

How to Make Ginger Lemon Honey Tea

This ginger, lemon and honey tea is ideally made in a large batch to have all season long. It’s ready in just a few minutes. You can make it fresh with hot water, slice of lemon, ginger, and honey, or you can make it in bulk like I do. Here’s my preferred method:

  1. Cut lemons and fresh ginger root into thin slices.
  2. Alternate layering into an airtight jar (ex: mason jar).
  3. Slowly, pour honey over the lemon slices and fresh ginger root and fill jar to the top. Seal tightly.
  4. Store in the refrigerator until needed.
  5. When ready to use, add a large scoop to a mug of hot water. Stir well and sip it down.

Storage Tip

I love using mason jars to store my homemade tea concentrates, like this ginger lemon honey tea that’s in a quart-size mason jar with a wide mouth.

Ginger lemon honey tea for cough home remedy in a glass jar surrounded by sliced ingredients.

Common Questions

What are the benefits of Ginger Lemon Honey Tea?

Ginger lemon honey tea is a simple, flavorful way to enjoy a warm drink made from whole ingredients. Ginger is anti-inflammatory, lemon is high in vitamin C, and raw honey adds natural sweetness.

Can I make Ginger Lemon Honey Tea ahead of time?

Yes! That’s how I make it. Layer lemon slices, ginger and honey in a jar, store it in the fridge, and scoop a few tablespoons into hot water whenever you want a mug.

What are the benefits of using ginger and honey in tea?

Honey rounds out the tartness of the lemon and the spice of the ginger, and it lets the flavors mingle in the jar. Ginger is anti-inflammatory, and together they make a mellow, sweet-spicy mug.

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Thirteen years ago, I started on this wellness journey and tried more homemade recipes than I can count. Some were a bit wild and I only did once, whereas others were winners I still make. Here are a few that have stuck with me:

Large mason jar of Ginger Lemon Honey Tea.
All natural ginger honey lemon tea cough remedy in a glass jar.
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Ginger Lemon Honey Tea

Jen Hansard
Ginger Lemon Honey Tea is renowned for its benefits in soothing cold and flu symptoms. If you’re looking for a natural remedy to combat congestion, heal a sore throat and boost immunity, this recipe is for you.
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Serves: 10 servings
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes

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Ingredients 

  • 2 lemons organic
  • 2 inch ginger root
  • 1 cup raw honey

Instructions 

  • Slice lemons and ginger.
  • Place the lemon and ginger slices in the mason jar, alternating layers of each.
  • Slowly, pour honey over the lemon and ginger. Allow the honey to sink down and around the lemon and ginger slices. Fill jar to the top with honey and seal tightly.
  • Store in the refrigerator. Over time, the mixture will start to turn into a loose jelly.
  • When you are in need of some soothing tea for cough, scoop 2-3 tablespoons into a mug full of hot water—be sure to scoop whole pieces of ginger and lemon. Allow to steep for 3-4 minutes and sip away.
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Recipe Notes

  • Since lemons are going into this concentrate, make sure to wash them well before slicing.
  • Use a jar with a tight-fitting lid to ensure this mixture stays protected.
  • For best personal results, use raw, local honey that was made within the season you are using it.

Nutrition

Serving: 8 oz | Calories: 110 kcal | Carbohydrates: 30 g | Protein: 1 g | Fat: 1 g | Saturated Fat: 1 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1 g | Sodium: 2 mg | Potassium: 53 mg | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 28 g | Vitamin A: 5 IU | Vitamin C: 12 mg | Calcium: 8 mg | Iron: 1 mg

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I’m the mom who swapped Lucky Charms for green smoothies— and never looked back. Here you’ll find smoothie recipes and plant-based recipes made simple and tasty.

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    1. Good morning Megan.

      You don’t have to wait for it to turn into jelly to use it, you can use it immediately and can store for up to two months. Hope this helps. 🙂

    2. Thank you!!! I was wondering the same thing as my 5 year old woke up with a NASTY cold.

    1. Hey Atly.

      Thanks for your comment. The Ginger and Lemon mixed with the honey make paste. Hope that helps. You can always try it by blending first and see if it works. 🙂

    1. Hey Shajman.

      Lemon: High in vitamin C, which is an antioxidant vital to a strong immune system and neutralize the activity of free radicals in the body, reducing the inflammation and swelling caused by free radicals in the body.

      Ginger: Promotes a healthy sweating that aids in the detoxification of the body, which is often helpful when you have a cold or flu. Ginger is also helpful for settling upset stomachs, dizziness, nausea, vomiting and cold sweating.

      Honey: Soothes a sore throats, making it an effective and natural cough suppressant. Honey may also boost the body’s immune system by aiding in the production of white blood cells. This improves the body’s ability to fight infection and decreases the risk of fevers. The natural sweetness of honey also balances the tartness of the lemon and the ginger’s spice, giving honey, lemon and ginger tea its soothing flavor.

    1. Hey Marlene!

      We leave the peel on, but if you prefer the peel off, go for it. (The peel does have health enzymes in it.)

    2. I have been getting organic Meyer lemons and leave the peel on it. Once the tea is gone, I chew on the lemon (and peel). It tastes delicious!

  5. Would it be ok to use turmeric instead of ginger? Or aside from the ginger can i add turmeric to the recipe?

    Reply

    1. YES! Please do, if you prefer turmeric over ginger! 🙂