Medicinal Cranberry Tea
Warm up with a soothing cup of Medicinal Cranberry Tea, a fragrant and nourishing beverage that combines the tartness of fresh cranberries with the zesty warmth of ginger and cinnamon. Infused with natural sweetness from raw honey and a hint of citrus from fresh lemon juice, this tea is packed with antioxidants and immune-boosting properties—a perfect remedy during cold and flu season. Optional dried chamomile flowers add a calming floral undertone, making it an ideal drink to unwind with. Ready in just 25 minutes, this naturally sweetened, caffeine-free tea is not only a healthful treat but also a comforting way to embrace cozy moments. Serve it warm, garnished with a cinnamon stick or lemon slice, for an inviting touch.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 4 cups water
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (peeled and sliced)
- 1 stick cinnamon stick
- 2 tablespoons raw honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon dried chamomile flowers (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the fresh cranberries under cold water and set aside.
In a medium-sized pot, combine the water, cranberries, ginger slices, and the cinnamon stick.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes. The cranberries will begin to burst, releasing their juices.
If using chamomile flowers, add them to the mixture during the last 5 minutes of simmering.
Remove the pot from heat and strain the tea into a teapot or heat-resistant pitcher, discarding the solids.
Stir in the raw honey and fresh lemon juice until fully dissolved.
Serve the medicinal cranberry tea warm, garnished with an additional lemon slice or a cinnamon stick, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
259 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.3 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 34 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.4 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.2 g | ||
| Protein | 1.0 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 105 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 216 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
