The Standard Lemon and Ginger Cup

teas.co.uk · 7 min · Serves 1

You'll need

• 1 Teapigs Lemon and Ginger tea temple
• 250ml water at a full rolling boil
• 1 thin slice of fresh ginger, optional, for extra heat
• 1 teaspoon honey, to taste
• A slice or squeeze of fresh lemon

Method

1. Boil fresh water to a full rolling boil; ginger needs 100C and time to release its warming heat.
2. Put the temple and the optional fresh ginger slice in the mug, pour the boiling water over and cover with a saucer.
3. Steep 5 to 6 minutes, longer than black tea. It will not turn bitter, and the longer steep is what makes it properly gingery rather than thin.
4. Lift the bag out with a gentle press, and remove the ginger slice.
5. Stir in the honey while it is hot so it dissolves, then add a slice or a squeeze of fresh lemon to sharpen it.

Recipe: https://teas.co.uk/recipes/cocktails/the standard lemon and ginger cup/