Lemongrass Ginger Tea: Recipe and Preparation

Lemongrass ginger tea is a fresh herbal infusion that takes 2 hours 5 minutes to prepare and makes about 2 cups (480 ml).

What is lemongrass ginger tea?

Lemongrass ginger tea combines the citrus-like flavor of lemongrass with the warming bite of fresh ginger. This version uses a refrigerated cold steep and can be served chilled or warmed after straining.

The drink is naturally caffeine-free when made without tea leaves. Like other herbal detox teas, it can be a flavorful way to drink water, but its name does not mean it removes toxins from the body.

How do you make lemongrass ginger tea?

Allow 5 minutes to prepare the ingredients and 2 hours for the refrigerated steep. The recipe makes approximately two 1-cup (240 ml) servings; warming the finished drink is optional and adds a few minutes.

Ingredients

• 2 cups (480 ml) water
• 1 stalk fresh lemongrass, tender inner portion only, about 1/4 cup chopped (20 g)
• Fresh ginger, about 1 inch or 1/8 cup sliced (2 tablespoons; 10 g)

Instructions

1. Wash the lemongrass and ginger under running water. Trim away the tough outer lemongrass layers, chop the tender portion and thinly slice the ginger.
2. Place the lemongrass and ginger in a clean covered pitcher or jar, then add the water.
3. Refrigerate the covered mixture for 2 hours. For a stronger flavor, leave it in the refrigerator for up to 4 hours.
4. Strain into cups and serve chilled. For warm lemongrass ginger tea, gently heat the strained drink before serving.

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Chopping the lemongrass and slicing the ginger expose more of their surfaces to the water. If the finished drink is stronger than you prefer, dilute your serving with a little more water rather than removing the ingredients before they have had time to steep.

For best flavor, refrigerate the strained tea and drink it within 24 hours. Discard it after 2–3 days, or sooner if it becomes cloudy, slimy or sour-smelling. Do not leave it at room temperature for more than a few hours.

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Does lemongrass ginger tea help with detox?

Lemongrass ginger tea supports hydration, but there is no evidence that this drink performs a special detox. The liver and kidneys do most of the body's detoxification; the lungs and gut also help eliminate waste, while sweat removes only trace amounts.

Studies of individual ingredients or concentrated extracts cannot establish the effects of a cup of lemongrass ginger tea. Enjoy it for its flavor and fluid rather than as a treatment or substitute for medical care.

How much lemongrass ginger tea can you drink, and when?

There is no established detox dose or required schedule for lemongrass ginger tea. A 1-cup (240 ml) serving is a practical starting point if you enjoy the taste; drink it with a meal or between meals, whichever suits you.

Because the recipe contains no caffeine, you can also serve it in the evening. You do not need to force yourself to drink it: plain water and other fluids can contribute to hydration too. If a clinician has advised you to limit fluids, follow that guidance.

What side effects can lemongrass ginger tea cause?

Ginger can cause heartburn or stomach discomfort in some people. Stop drinking lemongrass ginger tea if it causes symptoms, and seek medical advice for persistent discomfort or a concerning rash. Get emergency help for trouble breathing or swelling of the lips or throat.

If you take blood thinners, have a bleeding disorder or experience frequent reflux, ask a clinician before drinking it regularly. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or considering giving it to a young child, check with a clinician first because safety information on lemongrass preparations is limited.

What else should you know about lemongrass ginger tea?

Lemongrass stalks can be fibrous, so straining makes the drink easier to sip. Use the tender inner portion rather than the woody outer layers, and keep the prepared tea covered in the refrigerator until you are ready to serve it.