Soothing Herbal Medicinal

Sage Honey Tea

Warming Herbal Beverage

A soothing herbal tea combining fresh sage leaves from Sagetap with honey and lemon. Perfect for cold winter evenings or when you need a comforting, healing drink.

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Recipe Instructions

Ingredients

  • 2 cups water
  • 8-10 fresh sage leaves from Sagetap
  • 2 tbsp honey (or to taste)
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • Optional: cinnamon stick or ginger slice

Instructions

  1. Heat water: Bring water to a gentle boil in a small saucepan
  2. Add sage: Add fresh sage leaves and reduce heat to a simmer
  3. Simmer: Let the sage simmer for 5 minutes to extract the flavor
  4. Steep: Remove from heat and let steep for an additional 3 minutes
  5. Strain: Strain out the sage leaves using a fine mesh strainer
  6. Sweeten: Add honey and stir until dissolved
  7. Finish: Add lemon juice and stir well
  8. Serve: Pour into mugs and enjoy hot

Health Benefits

  • Antioxidant properties: Sage contains antioxidants that may help reduce inflammation
  • Digestive aid: Can help soothe upset stomach and improve digestion
  • Respiratory support: May help with coughs and sore throats
  • Immune boost: Contains vitamins and minerals that support immune function
  • Relaxation: The warm, aromatic tea can promote relaxation and reduce stress

Variations

Spiced Sage Tea

Add a cinnamon stick, a few cloves, and a slice of fresh ginger for warming spices.

Iced Sage Tea

Let the tea cool completely, then serve over ice with a sprig of fresh mint.

Golden Sage Tea

Add a pinch of turmeric and black pepper for an anti-inflammatory boost.

Citrus Sage Tea

Use orange juice instead of lemon, or add orange zest for a different citrus flavor.

Recipe Info

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 2
Difficulty: Easy
Rating: ⭐ 4.7/5

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 25 per serving
Protein: 0g
Carbs: 6g
Fat: 0g
Sugar: 6g

Best Sage Varieties

  • • Common Sage (Salvia officinalis)
  • • Garden Sage
  • • Purple Sage
  • • White Sage (for ceremonial use)

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