Ingredients
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- 3 Meyer lemons
- 1/4 cup organic local honey
- 1/4 cup sugar
Instructions
Make the Tea Base
- Sterilize an 8-ounce glass jar in boiling water. Meanwhile, scrub the Meyer lemons clean. Cut the Meyer lemons lengthwise and remove the seeds. Cut the lemons into very thin, half-moon shaped slices, removing more seeds as you slice.
- Place the lemons in a clean bowl and add the honey and sugar.
- Gently stir in the honey and sugar to create the tea base. Use a clean spoon to taste and adjust to your preference. Scoop the tea base into your sterilized jar and close the lid tightly. Let sit overnight or about 12-24 hours to allow the sugar to dissolve. Keep in the refrigerator for up to one month.
Make the Tea
- Combine 1 tablespoon of the tea base with about 6 ounces of hot water and stir. Remember, part of the benefit of this tea is that you can also consume the pulp and rind. Enjoy!
Notes
- The rind and pulp of Honey Citron Tea are edible. For a pulp-free tea, steep 2 tablespoons of tea base in hot water for 5 minutes. Strain and enjoy.
- The taste of your Honey Citron Tea is a direct result of the sweetness or tartness of your lemons. Feel free to adjust the amounts of honey and sugar based on personal preference. You can also use a sugar substitute of your choice. Read the label to ensure the measurements are accurate.
- Any bitterness or tartness of this tea will begin to dissipate after about 1-2 weeks.
- Prep Time: 45 mins.
- Cook Time: 0 mins.
- Category: Drinks
- Method: By Hand
- Cuisine: Korean Inspired