Now that summer is here, I've been enjoying some new drink concoctions. They're not only delicious, but healthy!
I purchased my herbs from Mountain Rose Herbs. The shipping can be a little pricey, but if you compare prices with a health food store, its about the same price or less. There are tons of other places online to buy herbs as well, so none of what I listed is too hard to find.
Ginger Ale
(yup, you can actually make your own!)
You will need:
- Fresh or dried ginger root (I used dried)
- Lemon and/or lime juice
- Carbonated water
- Mint (optional)
Instructions:
- Boil ginger in water for 10-15 minutes (aim for a concentrated mixture)
- Strain the ginger and add sugar (be generous, since it will get diluted)
- Let the mixture cool or add some ice to cool
- Add the concentrated ginger/sugar mix to carbonated water, lemon or lime juice to taste, and ice
- Drink!
Lavender and chamomile iced tea
You will need:
- Lavender flowers
- Chamomile flowers
- Sweetner
- Water
Instructions:
- Boil water and steep chamomile and lavender for 7-10 minutes
- Strain and add sweetner
- Pour over ice
- Enjoy!
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