Warm Jade Citrus Mint Tea
Did you know Starbucks has a secret menu of items not listed that you can order? One item in particular, the Medicine Ball, grew increasingly popular in 2016 after going viral on social media. It was quickly known as the beverage that could kick your common cold to the curb! If you’ve gotten a chance to try a cup of the steamy lemonade peach/mint tea + honey mixture, you know that it’s a flavor you can’t forget! But the daily habit of Starbucks isn’t very cost savvy or the most convenient when you just want a hot cup of tea at 10pm! I created a recipe that comes so close to the actual thing, you’ll be able to give your gold card a rest for a bit!
This recipe combines 3 amazing components to create a delicious wellness tea. Green tea is one of the most beneficial beverages in the world. It is full of antioxidants and has been linked to numerous health benefits, including supporting cardiovascular and metabolic health, and may even lower your risk for certain types of cancer! An excellent source of vitamin C, citrus fruits are also anti-inflammatory, a source of fiber, and may also boost heart health. High quality honey is high in antioxidants and helps suppress coughing! Choose local raw honey for the best results.
Ingredients:
Water
Lemon
Honey
Young Living Jade lemon vitality essential oil
Young Living Citrus Fresh vitality essential oil
Mint tea bag
Peach tea bag
Directions:
Measure 8oz of water
Squeeze the juice from one lemon into the measured water
Heat for 2 minutes
Add 2 drops of citrus fresh EO + 1 drop of jade lemon to 1 T. of honey
Stir honey into lemon water
Measure out 6-8oz of water {depending on final cup size} and heat for 30 seconds
Pour lemon mixture, and measured water into mug
Add ½ T. honey
Add 1 peach tea bag and 1 mint tea bag into mug {I used Tazo organic peach + Tazo zen tea bags}
Stir and allow to steep for 2 minutes {remove tea bags if desired}
Enjoy!
Additional options:
Sub out 8oz lemon juice mixture for 1 C. Lemonade
No essential oils: no problem!
Premium Starter Kit oils option: omit Jade Lemon
For additional sweetness add ½ T. honey
*Vitality labels vs Regular labels: same oil, same quality, and same seed to seal promise. Colored labels are labeled for topical or aromatic uses. White vitality labels are labeled for dietary or internal use.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.