Starbucks Medicine Ball Tea
A comforting blend of minty green tea, fruity peach herbal tea, and invigorating lemonade, sweetened with honey.
Ingredients
For the tea
- ¾ cup water Heated with lemonade
- ¾ cup lemonade Homemade or store-bought
- 1 bag minty green tea Brands like Bigelow or Tazo recommended
- 1 bag peach herbal tea Any brand will do
- 1 teaspoon honey Adjust to taste
- 1 slice lemon Optional garnish
- 1 sprig fresh mint Optional garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by heating the 3/4 cup of water and 3/4 cup of lemonade in a small saucepan over medium heat until steaming hot but not boiling.
- Place the minty green tea bag and peach herbal tea bag into your favorite mug.
- Once the mixture is hot, pour it carefully over the tea bags in your mug.
- Allow the tea to steep for 3 to 5 minutes; a good starting point is 4 minutes.
- Carefully remove the tea bags and stir in 1 teaspoon of honey, adjusting to taste.
- Garnish your warm tea with a slice of lemon and a sprig of fresh mint.
- Enjoy your homemade Medicine Ball Tea!
Notes
For a caffeine-free version, use decaf mint tea. For an extra kick, try ginger ale instead of lemonade or add cinnamon for a warm, spiced twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.