Cinnamon Ginger Tea: Easy Recipe and How to Make It

Cinnamon ginger tea is a caffeine-free infusion of cinnamon and fresh ginger that takes about 2 hours 5 minutes to prepare and makes approximately 2 servings.

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What is cinnamon ginger tea?

Cinnamon ginger tea combines water, ginger and cinnamon for a gently spicy drink. This recipe uses a cold infusion: the ingredients steep in the refrigerator, and you can warm the strained tea before serving if you prefer it hot.

Unlike tea made from tea leaves, this recipe is naturally caffeine-free. It belongs to the broader category of herbal detox tea, although no herbal drink is necessary for detoxification.

How do you make cinnamon ginger tea?

The recipe makes about two 1-cup servings. Actual yield may be slightly lower after straining.

Ingredients

480 mL water, or 2 US cups
5 g fresh ginger, thinly sliced, or about 1 tablespoon (1/16 cup)
1.3 g ground cinnamon, or about 1/2 teaspoon (1/96 cup)

Steps

Rinse the ginger and slice it thinly. Peeling is optional if the skin is clean.
Combine the water, ginger and cinnamon in a covered pitcher or jar. Stir to distribute the cinnamon.
Refrigerate for 2–4 hours; 2 hours gives the total preparation time of about 2 hours 5 minutes.
Strain into cups, using a fine strainer or paper filter if you want to remove more of the cinnamon. Serve cold, or gently heat a serving until warm.

Ground cinnamon does not fully dissolve, so some sediment is normal. Stir the drink before pouring if you don't mind a little spice in the cup.

Keep the infusion refrigerated and drink it within 24 hours for the best flavor. Discard it after 2–3 days, or sooner if it becomes cloudy, slimy or sour-smelling. Don't leave it at room temperature for more than a few hours.

What does cinnamon ginger tea do for detox?

Cinnamon ginger tea can contribute to hydration, but there is no evidence that this recipe removes toxins or speeds up the body's detoxification processes. Its ingredients add flavor to water; they do not replace the work of your organs.

The liver and kidneys do most of the body's detoxification, while the lungs and gut help eliminate waste. Sweat removes only trace amounts. Drinking enough fluid supports normal body functions, but you don't need a special tea for those organs to work.

How much cinnamon ginger tea should you drink, and when?

There is no established dose or best time of day for cinnamon ginger tea. One 1-cup serving is a reasonable way to enjoy it as a beverage, whether with a meal or between meals; there is no need to drink it every day.

Because this recipe contains no tea leaves, it can suit people who want a caffeine-free drink later in the day. Adjust the ginger or cinnamon to your taste rather than adding more in the hope of a stronger detox effect.

What are the possible side effects?

Ginger or cinnamon may irritate the mouth or stomach in some people. Stop drinking cinnamon ginger tea if it causes discomfort or signs of an allergic reaction. Seek urgent medical care for difficulty breathing, swelling of the face or throat, or other severe symptoms.

Cassia cinnamon contains coumarin, which can be a concern for the liver when consumed in large amounts over time. If you use cinnamon frequently, consider Ceylon cinnamon, which generally contains less coumarin.

If you have liver disease or a bleeding disorder, take a blood thinner, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or want to serve the tea to a child, ask a healthcare professional about regular use. That advice is especially important before using concentrated ginger or cinnamon supplements, which are different from the small culinary amounts in this recipe.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use a cinnamon stick instead of ground cinnamon?

Yes. A cinnamon stick can make the tea easier to strain, although the flavor and strength may differ from the ground-cinnamon version. Remove the stick after steeping.

Does cinnamon ginger tea need a sweetener?

No. The tea has a naturally spicy flavor and can be served without sweetener. If you add one, the resulting drink will contain more sugar or calories than the plain infusion.