This healthy ginger garlic tea recipe is quick and easy, perfect warm or cold. With a lightly spicy flavor and a touch of honey, it’s a great daily boost to help you stay well through winter and fend off colds.
Tip: If you love cozy teas, make sure to try bael tea and tamarind tea later!
This ginger tea has a nice kick that might take some getting used to, but it’s packed with health benefits! Use less ginger for a milder taste, reuse ingredients for a second, lighter brew, or steep longer for stronger flavors.
Health benefits of this tea
This drink offers a daily boost with powerful health benefits. I tried ginger shots every morning, but they got boring fast—so I created this versatile tea instead. Serve it warm in winter or chilled in summer!
The health benefits of ginger garlic tea include anti-inflammatory effects, protection against cellular damage, improved cognitive health, reduced heart disease risk factors, support for diabetes management, potential anticancer properties, and a strengthened immune system. (source)
It’s also a great go-to when you’re dealing with a sore throat, winter coldand flu.
Ingredient Notes
All ingredients can be found at Asian grocery stores or markets. For precise measurements, check the recipe card at the end of this post.
- Fresh garlic cloves
- Ginger
- Honey – If you don’t have honey, a mild sugar syrup works too—feel free to adjust the sweetness to your taste.
- Water
- Lime or lemon (optional)
Step-by-step image instructions
Step 1: Add the chopped ginger, peeled garlic, honey, and water to a blender. Blend until you have a smooth, frothy mixture. (If you’d like a warm tea, add just 1/3 of the water to the blender and boil the rest separately.)
Step 2: Place a fine mesh strainer over a jar or large mug, then pour the blended ginger-garlic mixture through the strainer—optionally over ice. Press down with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible, leaving the pulp behind. Finish with a slice of lime or lemon for presentation. (For a warm tea, simply combine the strained juice with the boiled water.) Enjoy!
Serving suggestions
- Warm – Serve with a drizzle of honey and a slice of lemon for extra flavor.
- Iced ginger garlic tea – Chill and pour over ice for a refreshing twist, perfect for hot summer days.
- Sparkling – Add soda water and ice for a fizzy, refreshing version.
- Citrus ginger tea – Mix in fresh lemon or lime juice for a tangy kick that balances the spicy notes.
How to store
Leftovers of this ginger and garlic drink can be stored in the fridge for up to 3–4 days. Just keep it in an airtight container and give it a stir before serving.
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Healthy Ginger Garlic Tea Recipe
Healthy ginger garlic tea recipe that’s quick and easy, enjoyed iced or warm—a simple daily boost packed with health benefits!
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Add the chopped ginger, peeled garlic, honey, and water to a blender. Blend until you have a smooth, frothy mixture. (If you’d like a warm tea, add just 1/3 of the water to the blender and boil the rest separately.)
1 tbsp ginger, 2 garlic cloves, 1 tbsp honey, 1 1/4 cups water
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Place a fine mesh strainer over a jar or large mug, then pour the blended ginger-garlic mixture through the strainer—optionally over ice. Press down with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible, leaving the pulp behind. Finish with a slice of lime or lemon for presentation. (For a warm tea, simply combine the strained juice with the boiled water.) Enjoy!
1 slice lemon
- Use the nutrition card in this recipe as a guideline.
- You can serve this tea warm or chilled over ice.
Calories: 89kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 19mg | Potassium: 102mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 0.4mg