Basil Ginger Lime Tea

Spices like coriander and cardamom, are steeped with fresh basil, ginger and lime. A different kind of tea, this is a refreshing drink that comes with health and healing benefits.

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 5

Additional Time 10

Total Time 25

Servings

Calories 32

Author Janette

Ingredients

3 ½ tablespoons ground coriander
3 ½ tablespoons ground cardamom
2 ½ teaspoons whole black peppercorns
¼ cup (28 grams) fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
¼ cup (85 grams) honey
8 cups (1.9 liters) water
16 basil leaves
6 limes juiced

Instructions

To a large piece of cheese cloth, add the coriander, cardamom, black peppercorns and ginger. Wrap and tie tightly with string.
To a medium saucepan add the water and bring to a boil, turn down to low simmer. Add the honey and stir until it is melted. Add the spices. Crush the basil with your hands to release its flavor and add to the pan. Simmer for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, turn off the heat and stir in the lime juice. Allow the tea to steep in the pan for 10 minutes then transfer to a pitcher and refrigerate to chill.
Remove the spice bag and serve with sliced lime over ice.

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Notes

This recipe yields 8 cups

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