Citrus Ginger Green Tea Mocktail

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-12 · Updated 2026-06-12

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A refreshing and vibrant green tea mocktail with bright citrus and warming ginger, perfect for a mindful moment or lively gathering. This recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together green tea bags, boiling water, fresh ginger, peeled and sliced for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 70 calories and feeds 2, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Serves 2 Cocktails cuisine 70 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 green tea bags
2 cups boiling water
1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and sliced
2 tbsp honey
3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 cup sparkling water
1 cup ice cubes
4 lemon slices, for garnish
8 fresh mint leaves, for garnish

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Instructions

Step 1: Place 2 green tea bags and 1-inch peeled sliced fresh ginger in a heatproof pitcher. Pour 2 cups boiling water over and steep for 5 minutes until fragrant and flavorful.
Step 2: Remove the tea bags and ginger slices, then stir in 2 tbsp honey while the tea is still warm until fully dissolved.
Step 3: Add 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice to the tea and let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled, about 30 minutes.
Step 4: To serve, fill glasses with 1 cup ice cubes and pour 3/4 cup chilled green tea mixture over the ice.
Step 5: Top each glass with 1/4 cup sparkling water for a refreshing fizz. Garnish with a lemon slice and 2 fresh mint leaves per glass before serving.