When you are under the weather, there is nothing like herbal teas; those warm liquids soothe a sore throat. This copycat Starbucks Medicine Ball Tea Recipe is just what you need to warm your soul and soothe your throat, a super cold buster.
Heat lemonade in a frother or on the stovetop until hot and just simmering.
Meanwhile, brew tea as follows. To one 16 ounce mug add 8 ounces of just simmered hot water, then add 1 peach tranquility tea bag, setting timer for 3 minutes.
Then add your tea bag of Citrus mint tea. This is a green tea which becomes bitter if brewed too long, so watch the time on this one especially. Brew for 2 minutes, 3 minutes tops.
Remove tea bags, squeeze to get all the good stuff out, stir in honey to taste and hot lemonade. Top with a slice of lemon and if desired a sprig of mint.
Notes
Variations & Substitutions
Sugar-free - If no sugar is desired, omit the lemonade and instead use ½ - 1 juiced lemon with two tablespoons of honey or maple syrup. To taste.
Since honey is known for its soothing and healing properties, it's best. However; a sugar substitute is okay, too, try using all-natural Stevia or Monk Fruit - but honey is one of the main ingredients in this tea concoction to soothe the throat.
Minty Flavor - Add a sprig or two of fresh mint while heating the water or lemonade, or add a few drops of peppermint extract.
Teavana Tea Bags - This brand is the one used in the medicine ball recipe from the Starbucks menu. However, there are plenty of herbal peach tea and minty good different teas out there to choose from.