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A glass cup filled with a golden starbucks medicine ball tea sits on a floral-patterned plate. Next to it are three lemon slices. A white cloth and a glimpse of another plate are in the background.

Medicine Ball Tea Recipe

Bethany Galloway
This Starbucks Medicine Ball Tea recipe is a soothing and delicious drink perfect for cold days and flu season. With just a few simple ingredients, including green tea, honey, and fresh lemon juice, you can make this comforting drink right at home for a fraction of the price.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Green Tea, Herbal Tea
Cuisine American
Servings 1 Serving
Calories 101 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 15 oz water 450ml
  • 1 citrus mint tea bag See notes for brands
  • 1 peach tea bag See notes for brands
  • 1.5 tablespoons lemon juice to taste
  • 1.5 tablespoons honey to taste

Instructions
 

  • Begin by heating the water to 80°C. If you don't have a thermometer, just turn the kettle off/remove it from the heat right as it starts to simmer.
    15 oz water
  • Steep the two tea bags in the water in a mug for 5 minutes.
    1 citrus mint tea bag, 1 peach tea bag
  • Remove the tea bags and add the lemon juice.
    1.5 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Sweeten with honey, sip, and feel better!
    1.5 tablespoons honey

Notes

  • Citrus Mint Tea Bag: Brands to try are Teavana Jade Citrus Mint Tea, Tazo Organic Zen Tea, or Ahmad Lemon Mint Green Cold Brew Tea (it can be made into a hot tea too!). If you can’t find citrus mint, use a plain mint or green mint tea bag and a dash of orange or lemon zest.
  • Peach Flavor Tea Bag: Brands to try are Teavana Peach Tranquility Tea, Yogi Peach Detox Tea, Celestial Seasonings Country Peach Passion, or Twinnings Soulful Blends Reset Peach and Orange Blossom Tea. No peach tea? Try any fruity herbal tea you like for a similar vibe.
  • Steeping Time Matters: Don’t let the tea bags sit too long in the water; it can make the tea bitter. Five minutes is just right.
  • Adjust Sweetness: Tailor the honey to your taste. If you like it sweeter, feel free to add more.
  • Water Temperature: Using water that’s too hot can scorch the tea leaves, affecting the flavor. Aim for just below boiling.
  • Serve Hot: This drink is best served hot to help soothe the throat and clear the sinuses.

Storage instructions

  • Refrigerate: Cool the homemade medicine ball tea and store it in a sealed container in the fridge. It stays fresh for up to 2 days and can be enjoyed cold too.
  • Reheat Gently: Warm it slowly on the stove or in the microwave when you're ready to enjoy it again.

Nutrition

Calories: 101kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 0.2gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 40mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 26gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 0.1mg
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