Written by Catherine Saxelby
on Tuesday, 23 June 2009.
Tagged: anti-aging, antioxidants, dairy-free, drinks, easy, egg-free, gluten-free, healthy recipe, healthy recipes, tea
This recipe makes a refreshing summer drink without the high sugar content of fizzy drink or juice. It's fat-free and also gives you the benefits of tea's polyphenol antioxidants which can neutralize harmful free radicals, keep your skin looking younger and dampen the ageing effects of the sun on the skin.
1. Make up tea as usual and pour into a heatproof tall jug with the ginger to measure 2 cups (500ml).
2. Allow to infuse for 5 minutes until quite strong.
3. Remove ginger.
4. Add honey or sugar and stir well to dissolve. Leave to cool.
5. Pour into a tall jug and add lemon juice .
6. Fill with ice or cold water to make around 6 cups (1.5 litres).
7. To serve, pour into glasses and garnish with lemon slices and mint.
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