Spices and herbs can be used to flavor a variety of dishes in the kitchen. But, have you ever made a wonderful spiced tea with these? I make a few different variations of tea from simple everyday green tea and chai spice tea to aromatic herbs and fruit teas. Knowing which to combine together can be tricky. Try this combination which is wonderful to drink but also great for cold and soar throats.
Ingredients and substitutes
Ginger – Ginger is actually a very good antioxidant for the body. As an Indian, I’ve been eating ginger in my food all my life. I believe ginger helps you sweat out the toxins in your body which is helpful when you have a cold or flu. (read more about ginger in cold here) Cinnamon – The Indian and Chinese medicines have been using Cinnamon for coughs and colds (read more benefits of cinnamon) Clove – Clove is a natural painkiller which is why we use it often for relief from toothaches. Ayurveda suggests using clove tea to lessen or prevent cold or flue – (read more here) Cardamon – helps with breathing when you have a cold it is great antiseptic and decongestant properties that alleviate discomfort. (read more here) Pepper – Ayurveda has been adding black pepper to tonics to heal common colds and coughs for years. (read more here) Honey – I think we all know that honey helps soothe a soar naturally and relieves irritation. It boosts the immune system which reduces the severity of colds and also prevents future colds and other viruses. (read more here)
Step-by-step: How to make spiced ginger tea
Combine – In the sieve of a kettle add the spices ad sliced ginger. Then fill the kettle with water.
Simmer – Place the kettle on the stove over medium heat and bring it to a boil. Once it comes to a boil, reduce to heat to a low simmer and leave it to simmer for 7 to 10 minutesPro tip – the longer you simmer the stronger the tea will become.
Serve– You can serve the tea in individual cups with a teaspoon of honey.Pro tip – if the tea is too strong dilute it with more hot water. Tea – you can also add a teabag to the kettle to add some caffeine. Pro tip – the spices in the tea can be reduced at least twice more replacing the fresh ginger.
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