🍋 Lemon Ginger Detox Water

This recipe can be enjoyed cold as a refreshing tonic or warm like a soothing tea.

Item	Amount	Preparation
Fresh Ginger	2-inch knob	Peeled and thinly sliced
Lemon	1 large	Half sliced into rounds, half juiced
Water	4 cups (1 liter)	Filtered or spring water
Honey (Optional)	1-2 tbsp	To taste for sweetness

Prep the Ginger: Peel the ginger skin using the edge of a spoon. Slice it into thin rounds to expose more surface area for the flavor to infuse.
Boil the Water: Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a small pot.
Simmer: Add the ginger slices to the boiling water. Reduce heat and let it simmer for 5–10 minutes. (The longer you simmer, the “spicier” it will be).
Add Lemon: Turn off the heat. Stir in the fresh lemon juice and add the lemon slices.
Serve:
- Hot: Pour directly into a mug and stir in honey if desired.
- Cold: Let the mixture cool to room temperature, then refrigerate. Serve over ice for a crisp, refreshing drink.

Mashing: For a stronger ginger kick, lightly crush the ginger slices with a muddler or the back of a knife before adding them to the water.
Zest: If you want an extra citrus punch, add a small strip of lemon zest (the yellow part of the peel) to the simmer.
Storage: This keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Note: Fresh ginger can be quite potent! If you find it too spicy, simply dilute it with a bit more water.