Honey-Ginger Green Tea Infusion

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A soothing warm beverage blending the subtle bitterness of green tea with the natural sweetness of honey and the zing of fresh ginger. This recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together green tea leaves, fresh ginger root, honey 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 60 calories and feeds 1, 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: 5 min Cook: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 60 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring 12 oz of water to a gentle boil at 200°F. Peel and thinly slice a 1 inch piece of fresh ginger.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 tsp green tea leaves and the sliced ginger to a teapot or infuser, then pour the hot water over them.
  3. Step 3: Steep for 3-4 minutes until the tea turns a light amber color and the ginger infuses a warm aroma.
  4. Step 4: Strain the tea into a cup and stir in 1 tbsp honey until fully dissolved. Serve immediately while warm.

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