Honey Lemon Tea

TeaEasyPrep 5 minCook 5 minServes 2

Traditional preparation. This is not medical advice and nothing here promises a cure. A simple hot drink of honey and lemon, traditionally used as a soothing evening cup when you want something warm and gentle.

Traditional preparation. This is not medical advice and nothing here promises a cure.

Ingredients

2 cups water
2 tbsp honey
1 lemon, juiced
2 lemon slices, for serving

Steps

Heat the water until hot but not boiling.
Pour into two mugs and stir in the honey until dissolved.
Add the lemon juice and stir again.
Drop a lemon slice into each mug and serve warm.

Serve with: buttered toast or a plain biscuit.

Do not boil the honey: very hot water is enough, and boiling can dull its aroma.

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