This invigorating beverage combines the zesty punch of fresh lemon with the warming spice of ginger, enhanced by a touch of honey. Every sip offers soothing benefits and supports a balanced lifestyle. Enjoy this lemon juice and ginger drink as a refreshing boost to your overall wellness and daily routine.

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I really enjoy making this ginger water because it’s a simple and effective way to boost your health and support weight loss when combined with good foods and regular exercise. I like start off by using 1 liter of filtered water, 1 piece of fresh ginger about 2 inches long that I’ve peeled and sliced thin, and 1 fresh lemon that I either juice or cut into rounds.

I add 1 to 2 teaspoons of raw honey to help reduce appetite and enhance the flavor. This ginger water recipe is known as a ginger drink recipe healthy option and is often recommended as a ginger tea recipe for nausea and even as lemon juice and ginger drink for its cooling benefits.

Some even use it as a lemon ginger tea while pregnant due to its gentle ingredients. The ginger tea benefits are many, making this herbal tea recipe an easy part of my daily routine for maintaining overall wellness.

Why I Like this Recipe

I love this recipe for a few reasons. First, the ginger and lemon combo gives it a refreshing kick that really wakes me up in the morning. Second, it’s super easy to make even when I’m in a hurry and it doesn’t take much time at all. Third, I like how it fits perfectly into my weight loss routine because the ginger and honey help lower my cholesterol and even curb my appetite a bit. Lastly, I appreciate that I can enjoy it warm or chilled depending on my mood, which makes it versatile and fun to drink.

Ingredients

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Filtered water hydrates and forms the base of this refreshing drink.
Fresh ginger provides antioxidants and adds a warm, spicy kick.
It may help with digestion and soothe minor throat discomfort.
Fresh lemon gives a tangy sour taste and boosts vitamin C.
Its citrus zing aids digestion and invigorates the senses.
Raw honey lightly sweetens the drink with natural sugars.
This healthy beverage mixes hydration, spice, tang, and sweetness perfectly.
Together these ingredients create a balanced, revitalizing drink ideal for any time.
Every sip feels refreshing, healing, and wonderfully natural.
This recipe is a simple, tasty twist on your daily hydration.

Ingredient Quantities

1 liter of filtered water

1 piece of fresh ginger (about 2 inches long), peeled and thinly sliced

1 fresh lemon, either juiced or sliced into rounds

1 to 2 teaspoons of raw honey (adjust based on preference)

How to Make this

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1. Start by bringin 1 liter of filtered water to a boil in a medium pot.

2. While waitin for the water to boil, peel and thinly slice the fresh ginger piece.

3. Once the water starts boilin, add the sliced ginger and let it simmer for about 5 minutes.

4. Turn off the heat and let the ginger water cool a bit for around 10 minutes.

5. Squeeze in the fresh lemon juice or add some lemon slices to the water.

6. Stir in 1 to 2 teaspoons of raw honey and mix well.

7. Allow the mixture to sit for another 5 minutes so all the flavors can blend.

8. Strain the water into a glass jar or pitcher, discarding the ginger pieces and lemon if preferred.

9. Chill in the fridge if you like it cold, or enjoy it warm immediately.

10. Enjoy your refreshing ginger water as a handy boost to your weight loss routine along with your healthy diet and exercise.

Equipment Needed

1. Medium pot
2. Stove
3. Measuring cup for water and honey
4. Knife
5. Cutting board
6. Strainer
7. Glass jar or pitcher
8. Spoon for stirring

FAQ

Q: How long should I let the ginger steep in the water?

A: You can let it soak for about 30 minutes to an hour so the flavor really gets in there.

Q: Can I change up the ingredients if I want a different flavor?

A: Yep, feel free to adjust the ginger amount or even try using lime instead of lemon if youd like.

Q: Is it okay to use tap water instead of filtered water?

A: Using filtered water helps keep the taste cleaner but if you dont have any then tap water should be just fine.

Q: Do I have to use raw honey?

A: Not necessarily, you can leave it out or use another sweetener if youre not into honey.

Q: How should I store the ginger water if I make a big batch?

A: Just keep it in a sealed container in the fridge, it should be good for about 2 days.

Ginger Water Preparation Recipe Substitutions and Variations

If you don’t have filtered water, try using coconut water instead for a tropical twist.
If ginger is missing, you can use galangal for a similar spicy kick.
Instead of a fresh lemon, lime or even a splash of orange juice can work pretty well.
If you’re out of raw honey, maple syrup or agave nectar are both great alternatives.

Pro Tips

Try simmering the ginger a bit longer if you really love a strong flavor. It may take some experimenting with time to get that perfect kick.

For better honey benefits, stir the honey in after the water has cooled down just a tad. Adding it to boiling water might kill some of the good stuff in it.

If the lemon taste isn’t coming through enough for you, consider using both sliced lemon and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. More lemon means more zing and extra vitamins.

To store your ginger water, keep it in the fridge in a tightly sealed jar. This helps preserve the flavor and keeps it fresh a bit longer for your next sip.

Ginger Water Preparation Recipe

Recipe by Sam Ecclestone

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Equipment: 1. Medium pot
2. Stove
3. Measuring cup for water and honey
4. Knife
5. Cutting board
6. Strainer
7. Glass jar or pitcher
8. Spoon for stirring

Ingredients

1 liter of filtered water
1 piece of fresh ginger (about 2 inches long), peeled and thinly sliced
1 fresh lemon, either juiced or sliced into rounds
1 to 2 teaspoons of raw honey (adjust based on preference)

Directions

Start by bringin 1 liter of filtered water to a boil in a medium pot.
While waitin for the water to boil, peel and thinly slice the fresh ginger piece.
Once the water starts boilin, add the sliced ginger and let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
Turn off the heat and let the ginger water cool a bit for around 10 minutes.
Squeeze in the fresh lemon juice or add some lemon slices to the water.
Stir in 1 to 2 teaspoons of raw honey and mix well.
Allow the mixture to sit for another 5 minutes so all the flavors can blend.
Strain the water into a glass jar or pitcher, discarding the ginger pieces and lemon if preferred.
Chill in the fridge if you like it cold, or enjoy it warm immediately.
Enjoy your refreshing ginger water as a handy boost to your weight loss routine along with your healthy diet and exercise.

Notes

Below you’ll find my best estimate of this recipe’s nutrition facts. Treat the numbers as a guide rather than a rule—great food should nourish both body and spirit. Figures are approximate, and the website owner assumes no liability for any inaccuracies in this recipe.