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medicine ball tea recipe

Honey Citrus Mint Tea Copycat

A soothing homemade version of Starbucks' famous Medicine Ball Tea, combining mint green tea, peach herbal tea, honey, lemon, and steamed lemonade for a comforting drink that helps when you're feeling under the weather.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Servings: 1 Serving
Calories: 130
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tea bag Teavana Jade Citrus Mint Tea or any mint green tea
  • 1 tea bag Teavana Peach Tranquility Tea or any peach herbal tea
  • 2 tablespoons honey preferably raw, organic honey
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice approximately half a lemon
  • 8 ounces hot water
  • 4 ounces steamed lemonade store-bought or homemade
  • 1 small dash ground turmeric optional, for extra anti-inflammatory benefits
For Garnish
  • 1 thin slice fresh lemon optional
  • 1 small sprig fresh mint optional

Equipment

  • cocktail shaker or mason jar
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step 1: Prepare Your Tea Bags
  1. Place both tea bags in your mug or cup. Using both teas simultaneously creates that perfect balance of mint and peach flavors that makes the medicine ball tea so distinctive. Pro tip: Don't squeeze the tea bags immediately; let them steep properly first.
Step 2: Add Hot Water
  1. Heat 8 ounces of water to approximately 175°F (80°C) – just below boiling. This temperature is ideal for green tea as it prevents bitterness. Pour the hot water over the tea bags and let them steep for 3 minutes. The water should turn a beautiful golden-green color as it steeps.
Step 3: Prepare Your Lemonade
  1. While your tea is steeping, heat 4 ounces of lemonade in a small saucepan on medium heat or in the microwave for about 45 seconds. The lemonade should be hot but not boiling. This step is crucial for maintaining the proper temperature of the final drink.
Step 4: Add Honey and Lemon
  1. Remove the tea bags (you can gently squeeze them now) and add the honey to the hot tea. Stir until completely dissolved. Freshly squeeze the lemon juice directly into the tea mixture and stir again. The acidity of the lemon helps cut through the sweetness while adding vitamin C.
Step 5: Combine and Serve
  1. Pour the heated lemonade into the tea mixture and stir gently. If desired, garnish with a fresh lemon slice and a small sprig of mint. The steam rising from the hot drink will release the aromatic oils from the mint, enhancing both flavor and sinus-clearing benefits.