This Lemongrass Tea Recipe with the addition of lemon slices offers a citrusy twist to this already fragrant and soothing beverage. Here’s how you can make it at home with simple ingredients.

a glass of lemongrass tea with mint and lemon slices.

This lemon grass tea recipe, infused with slices of lemon, offers a refreshing and soothing citrus flavor, ideal for anyone looking to enjoy a natural and flavorful herbal tea drink. Adding ginger introduces a comforting warmth, while mint adds a refreshing touch.

The optional sweetness from honey or sugar makes it appealing to a wide range of tastes. It’s a simple yet delightful beverage choice for any time of the day (or any time of the year).

Beyond its pleasant taste, this tea is also valued for its potential health benefits. Lemongrass is known for aiding digestion and providing anti-inflammatory benefits, making this tea not just enjoyable but also beneficial for overall health.

Whether you’re looking for a warm, comforting drink or a cool, refreshing option, this lemongrass tea recipe is a great way to incorporate the goodness of natural ingredients into your daily routine.

Recipe Benefits

Aids Digestion

Lemongrass is traditionally known for its digestive benefits, helping to ease stomach discomfort and improve digestion.

Anti-inflammatory Properties

The ingredients, particularly lemongrass and ginger, have anti-inflammatory effects that can help reduce inflammation and pain in the body.

This recipe also includes lemon juice which is beneficial to the immune system.

Refreshing and Hydrating

Serving as a flavorful way to stay hydrated, this tea is both refreshing and soothing, making it an excellent beverage choice for relaxation and hydration.

Key Ingredients

Lemongrass

Lemongrass offers a fresh, lemony aroma and a slightly sharp, citrus flavor that is both invigorating and soothing.

Look for it in the fresh herb or produce section of most grocery stores, or Asian markets.

Honey

Honey adds a sweetness that can balance the sharpness of the lemongrass and the tartness of the lemon, creating a harmonious flavor profile.

I like to use raw honey, but you could also use simple syrup or your favorite liquid sweetener.

Ginger

Ginger provides a warm, spicy kick that complements the citrus notes of lemongrass and lemon, adding depth to the tea.

Try to use fresh ginger in your hot tea for the best flavor!

Mint Leaves (optional)

Mint leaves introduce a cool, refreshing element that brightens the tea and adds a layer of complexity.

Lemon Slices

Lemon slices enhance the citrus theme with a tangy zest and a subtle acidity that lifts the overall flavor, making it more vibrant and refreshing.

Recipe Steps

a glass of hot lemongrass tea.

Here are my step-by-step instructions for making the best cup of lemongrass tea you’ve ever had.

If it’s your first time making a lemongrass brew, you’ll need to grab a sharp knife or a meat tenderizer to help bruise the fresh lemongrass stalks to bring out the most flavors.

Step One

Prepare the lemongrass by peeling, cutting, bruising, and then chopping it into pieces, and boil 4 cups of water in a pot over high heat in a small saucepan.

Step Two

Add the chopped lemongrass and ginger to the boiling water and simmer.

Please see the recipe card at the end of this post for the exact ingredients and measurements.

Step Three

Add the lemon slices to the hot water and continue simmering for a few more minutes.

Step Four

Remove the pot from the heat, strain out the solids in a fine mesh strainer, and stir in the honey. Serve hot.

Recipe Tips

  • This recipe can also be adapted to include fresh mint leaves. If you choose to add mint, add 5-6 fresh mint leaves to the simmering pot at the same time you add the lemon slices.
  • Feel free to leave out the honey if you want an unsweetened tea. Or, you can substitute the honey with your favorite sweetener.
  • You can grow your own lemongrass plant at home if you can’t find it at the store. That way, you’ll always have fresh lemongrass at your disposal.
  • This recipe is also great with ingredients such as lime juice, green tea leaves, or even lemongrass leaves.

FAQs

Does lemongrass tea have any special health benefits?

While lemongrass is generally recognized for its potential health benefits, such as anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects, it’s always good to consume herbal teas in moderation and be aware of any personal allergies or adverse reactions.

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Lemongrass Tea Recipe with Ginger and Lemon

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This Lemongrass Tea Recipe with the addition of lemon slices offers a citrusy twist to this already fragrant and soothing beverage. Here’s how you can make it at home with simple ingredients.

  • Total Time: 15 Minutes
  • Yield: 2 Servings 1x

Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 2 to 3 stalks fresh lemongrass
  • 4 cups water (use filtered water to avoid any chlorine flavor)
  • 1 one-inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
  • 1 lemon, sliced into rounds
  • 2 teaspoons honey

Instructions

  1. Start by preparing the lemongrass. Peel away the outer layers of the lemongrass stalks to reveal the tender parts inside. Cut off the root ends and the very tops of the stalks, leaving the middle sections that are most fragrant. Bruise these sections with the back of a knife or a mallet to help release the essential oils and flavors. Then, chop the stalks into 1-2 inch pieces.
  2. In a medium-sized pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
  3. Once the water is boiling, add the chopped lemongrass and ginger.
  4. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the mixture simmer for about 6-8 minutes.
  5. A few minutes before removing the pot from the heat, add the lemon slices to the mixture.
  6. After simmering, take the pot off the heat and strain the tea to remove the lemongrass pieces, ginger, and lemon slices. Stir in the honey.
  7. Serve the lemongrass tea hot for a warming drink or let it cool down and serve over ice for a cooling refreshment.

Notes

  1. This recipe can also be adapted to include fresh mint leaves. If you choose to add mint, add 5-6 fresh mint leaves to the simmering pot at the same time you add the lemon slices.
  2. Feel free to leave out the honey if you want an unsweetened tea. Or, you can substitute the honey with your favorite sweetener.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 of recipe
  • Calories: 25
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 19.5 mg
  • Fat: 0 g
  • Saturated Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 6.7 g
  • Fiber: 0.1 g
  • Protein: 0.1 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg

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