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Tea with lemon and honey

Christmas Eve Dinner Drinks 15 min Easy 40 wyświetleń ~4.90 PLN - (0)
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Description

Delicate, warming black tea with the addition of fresh lemon and natural honey — a classic drink served during winter evenings and Christmas gatherings. The infusion has a deep, slightly astringent taste of tea, balanced by the acidity of lemon and the natural sweetness of honey, creating a harmonious, aromatic composition. Served hot, in transparent glasses or porcelain cups, it looks elegant — lemon slices float on the surface, and the color of the infusion is amber-gold. Perfect as a warming drink after Christmas dinner or during conversations by the Christmas tree; it can be served solo or with a piece of gingerbread or poppy seed cake. Optionally, cinnamon or fresh ginger can be added for a deeper, spiced aroma.

Ingredients (6)

Servings:
4
  • Water 800 ml
  • Loose black tea 8 g
  • wildflower honey 60 g
  • Lemon 1.5 szt.
  • ✨ Opcjonalne
  • Cinnamon stick 1.5 szt.
  • Fresh ginger 20 g
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Preparation steps

Preparation of ingredients

1

Weigh and prepare all the ingredients: measure 800 ml of fresh water into the kettle, weigh 8 g of loose tea on the kitchen scale, weigh 60 g of honey and set aside in a bowl. Wash the lemon under running water and dry it. Prepare 4 cups or mugs and a tea strainer.

Ingredients: Water, Loose black tea, wildflower honey, Lemon
Use a kitchen scale to precisely measure the tea and honey. Also, prepare a teapot or a brewing jug (preferably ceramic or glass). A common mistake: not preparing the ingredients in advance - everything should be at hand.

Heating water

2

Pour 800 ml of water into the kettle and bring it to a boil. When the water starts boiling, remove the kettle for 10 seconds — the ideal brewing temperature for black tea is around 95-100°C, but a short pause prevents excessive bitterness.

Ingredients: Water
Use an electric or gas kettle. If you have a kitchen thermometer, aim for 95°C. A common mistake: pouring boiling water over the leaves without waiting can result in a too bitter brew.

Heating the jug (optional)

3

If you are using a teapot, pour a little hot water into it and swirl it around to warm the walls — pour out this water before adding the tea. A warm teapot helps maintain the temperature of the brew while steeping.

Ingredients: Water
Use a glass or ceramic pitcher. This step is not necessary, but it improves the quality of the brew. A common mistake: skipping this step - then the infusion may cool down faster.

Brewing the infusion

4

Pour 8 g of loose leaf tea into a warmed teapot. Pour hot water (about 95-100°C) over the leaves and immediately cover the teapot with a lid. Steep for 4 minutes, no longer than 5 minutes — after 4 minutes, the infusion will be strong, aromatic, and not too bitter.

Ingredients: Loose black tea, Water
Use a tea strainer or a pot with a built-in filter. Set a timer (4 minutes) on the kitchen clock. Common mistake: brewing for less than 3 minutes will result in a brew that is too weak; longer than 6 minutes will make it too bitter.

Preparation of toppings

5

While brewing, slice the lemon into thin slices (about 3-4 mm). Check for seeds and remove them. If you are using ginger, peel it thinly with a teaspoon and cut it into very thin slices; if you are using a cinnamon stick, prepare one stick for the pot.

Ingredients: Lemon, Cinnamon stick, Fresh ginger
Use a sharp knife and a cutting board. If you want it to look nice when served, cut 4 slices and save them for decoration. A common mistake: slices of lemon that are too thick will overpower the flavor.

Seasoning and sweetening

6

After 4 minutes of brewing, remove the lid and strain the infusion through a sieve into a clean pitcher or directly into cups. Wait 30-60 seconds for the temperature to drop slightly (to about 70°C) — this way, the honey will retain some of its nutritional values and aroma. Add about 15 g of honey (1 tablespoon) to each cup and stir with a teaspoon until it dissolves. Place a slice of lemon in each cup; if you want a spicy aroma, add a prepared cinnamon stick or 2 slices of ginger to the pitcher beforehand.

Ingredients: wildflower honey, Lemon, Cinnamon stick, Fresh ginger, Loose black tea
Use a small teaspoon to stir in the cup. Do not pour boiling water directly onto the honey — add the honey when the infusion is slightly cooler. A common mistake: adding honey to boiling water, which can reduce its aroma and properties.

Serving

7

Serve the tea hot — decorated with a slice of lemon and possibly a cinnamon stick in the cup. Serve with a teaspoon and a saucer. The drink tastes best immediately after preparation, when the aromas are most intense.

Ingredients: Lemon, wildflower honey
Use porcelain cups or clear tea glasses to showcase the color of the brew. A common mistake: leaving the drink to sit too long causes it to cool down and lose its aroma.

Fun Fact

💡

Adding honey to tea has a long tradition — in many cultures, honey has been combined with tea as a warming remedy and to soothe cold symptoms. During the holiday season, spicy notes (cinnamon, ginger) give the drink a distinctive, festive aroma.

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Tips

🍽️ Serving

Serve at a temperature of about 60-70°C, so that the honey and lemon do not lose their aroma. For an elegant presentation, use clear glasses and place one thin slice of lemon in each cup. You can also serve a small plate with honey and a teaspoon on the side, so guests can sweeten the drink to their liking.

🥡 Storage

Tea with lemon and honey is best consumed immediately. If there is any leftover, store it in a closed pitcher in the fridge for up to 24 hours — before serving, gently warm it (do not boil) and optionally add a fresh slice of lemon. Do not store it with honey added at high temperatures for a long time.

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