Honey Lemon Tea - CJ Eats Recipes (2024)

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By Chris Joe

5 from 3 votes

Mar 02, 2022, Updated Apr 21, 2022

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I was introduced to Korean Citron Tea by my wife. She used to buy the premade jars from the Korean grocery until I started to make this at home. Korean Citron Tea is traditionally used with yuzu, but we use Meyer lemons (since these are easier to find than yuzu, in my experience). We prefer Meyer lemons to regular lemons as they are less acidic and sweeter in taste. I also skip the sugar and use raw honey only.

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The benefits of this tea and why it’s perfect before bed:

  • There is no caffeine in this tea!
  • It helps with hydration – we all know that we can always be a little more hydrated!
  • There is no sugar – Rather, you use raw honey to sweeten the tea. Raw honey is a known source of antioxidants and has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties.
  • Both lemon and ginger (if you choose to include ginger) contain plant compounds that help with digestion.
  • It’s helped me with mindfulness – I love drinking this tea before bed (with my phone put away!) because it signals to my brain to slow down and start getting ready for sleep.
  • Lastly, this tea has helped me establish a nighttime routine that includes taking my Natrol Melatonin. Melatonin has been so helpful in establishing a sleep routine that has given me more restful sleep, and in turn, better overall health† – and the best part is that it’s 100% drug free! When I prepare my tea, I use it as a reminder to also take my melatonin! Read on for more information about Natrol Melatonin, or click here to purchase!
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The recipe for this tea is simple and extremely adaptable to your own needs.

  • I like to include a 2” knob of smashed ginger, but you can omit this if you prefer!
  • I use a 1 to .75 ratio of lemons to honey. In the pictures, I used 1 cup of sliced lemons (which was roughly 2 medium Meyer lemons) to ¾ cup of raw honey. You can always adjust this to be less or more sweet, depending on your taste!
  • You can sub with regular lemons or even a different citrus of your choice! If you opt for a sweet citrus, such as oranges, I would adjust the honey accordingly.
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5 from 3 votes

Honey Lemon Tea

By: Chris Joe

Servings: 8

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Equipment

  • 1 16oz mason jar with airtight lid (or other similarly sized glass container with airtight lid)

  • 1 metal or glass bowl do not use wood

  • 1 spatula do not use wood

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp coarse salt, optional
  • 2 Meyer lemons, medium size
  • 3/4 cup raw honey, do not use pasteurized honey
  • 2 inch ginger , smashed, optional

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Instructions

  • Wash your lemons – optional: I like to give a light scrub of the exterior of the lemons with coarse salt.

  • Boil a pot of water to sterilize your mason jar and lid.

  • Slice your lemons into thin slices (roughly ⅛”). Discard ends. Remove seeds from slices.

  • Optional: cut 2” knob of ginger and smash lightly.

  • Place lemon slices into metal bowl. Pour raw honey over lemon slices.

  • Use non-wood spatula to stir gently and incorporate honey into all lemon slices.

  • Take sterilized mason jar and lid (dried) and pour in lemon/honey mixture. Optional: place smashed 2” knob of ginger.

  • Close jar tightly and store in refrigerator for at least 24 hours to infuse.

  • Take 2 tbsp of lemon/honey mixture and pour hot water. Enjoy!

Notes

This Honey Lemon mixture can be stored in an airtight container in your refrigerator for up to two weeks.

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    My mom always made this for me growing up too!

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    It’s about that time of the year when everyone in my household gets sick. Love making this home remedy and I always have it in stock. Sometimes I just drink it because it’s so yummy. But also vitamin C is key!

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FAQs

What is the Korean tea for cough? ›

My Korean grandma's home remedy for sore throats and pesky coughs: Apple Tea or Saegwa Cha! A sweet and spicy fruit tea thats full of warming, immunity boosting ginger and cinnamon.

What are the benefits of tea lemon and honey? ›

The soothing properties of green tea, lemon, and honey also help reduce inflammation in the body. Boosts metabolism and makes you energetic and refreshed. Improves mood and reduces stress, it can also soothe pain, cramps, or headaches.

Do I need to refrigerate honey citron tea after opening? ›

Sliced Citron 65%, Ginger Extract 5%, Sundry Honey 5% Store in cool, dry place. Keep refrigerated after opening.

How much honey and lemon should I drink for a cough? ›

Hot lemon with honey has a similar effect to cough medicines. Squeeze half a lemon into a mug of boiled water. Add 1 to 2 teaspoons of honey. Drink while still warm (do not give hot drinks to small children).

Is there a tea to stop coughing? ›

Drinking peppermint tea can be soothing for cough and cold relief. Are there teas with anti-inflammatory properties for cold relief? Yes, teas like ginger tea, chamomile tea and green tea have anti-inflammatory properties that can help reduce inflammation and ease cold symptoms like congestion and sore throat.

Can you drink too much lemon and honey tea? ›

You can drink warm lemon and honey with water as often as you like, but it is generally recommended to drink it once or twice a day. Drinking it first thing in the morning can help to boost your immune system and digestive system.

What happens when you drink warm water with lemon and honey every morning? ›

By drinking it first thing in the morning, you can take advantage of honey-lemon water's ability to help you lose weight. Along with starting your day off with fat-burning, it also speeds up your metabolism, keeps you hydrated, and naturally curbs your hunger.

Does honey lemon tea actually work? ›

Honey and lemon tea is an old remedy for curing a cold or sore throat. Honey is full of anti-bacterial properties good for getting rid of infection. It also coats the throat which can suppress a cough. Lemon is full of vitamin C and helps break up mucus.

Can I drink honey citron tea at night? ›

Korean honey citron tea is something I've started to make at home once it begins to get cold outside in December. Similar to my favorite decaffeinated herbal tea, drinking a glass before bedtime helps me relax. Naturally packed with vitamin C, citron tea is a time-tested cold and flu remedy in Korea and Japan.

Can citron tea go bad? ›

Tea is relatively forgiving, and rarely spoils as long as it's stored properly. Old tea may simply be less flavorful and fresh than new tea, and will brew up a weaker cup with a stale flavor. In this sense, tea doesn't actually have an “expiration date” after which it will be unsafe to drink.

How many tablespoons of honey citron tea? ›

How do you drink honey citron tea? This tea can be enjoyed hot or iced. Simply add 1-2 tablespoons of citron tea base to hot water, steep for several minutes and enjoy warm or served over ice.

Does honey and lemon clear phlegm? ›

Phlegm home remedies, like lemon juice and honey, ginger syrup with cinnamon, or peppermint tea, naturally contain substances with expectorant, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and antioxidant action. They help to eliminate secretions in the respiratory airways and strengthen the immune system.

Does honey break up mucus? ›

It's believed that the sweetness of honey triggers your salivary glands to produce more saliva. This may lubricate your airways, easing your cough. Honey may also reduce inflammation in the bronchial tubes (airways within the lungs) and help break up mucus that is making it hard for you to breathe.

Does honey and lemon break up mucus? ›

Lemon and honey- Mix a tablespoon of lemon juice, a tablespoon of honey and a glass of hot water and drink this as a tea. This will help in reducing coughs and loosening the thickness of the mucus. Lemons are an excellent source of vitamin C and are essential in getting rid of mucus-forming bacteria.

Is Korean citron tea good for cough? ›

Honey citron tea is more popular during wintertime because it is good for easing sore throat and cough.

What is Korean tea for colds? ›

This tea is created by curing yuja into a sweet, thick, pulpy syrup. It does not contain caffeine. It is often sold in markets in large jars and used as a home remedy for the common cold. Yuja tea is made from the yuja fruit, which is commonly known outside of Korea as yuzu.

What tea is famous in Korea? ›

Barley tea

Barley tea is highly popular in Korea and like so many Korean drinks it's often drunk for its health benefits.

Is Ceylon tea good for cough? ›

Ceylon tea is great for boosting your immune system in the fight against bacteria that cause colds, coughs or the flu.

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