Ginger Tea

Another Year, Another Cold

I nipped this one at the first tickle in my throat with oregano oil.  It’s not a miracle cure.  But, either I’m in better shape this year or it successfully cut the length of this cold in half.  As usual, I munched on buttered toast, saltines and bites of cheese when I could muster an appetite.  One favorite quick meal that was easy to whip up consisted of leftover Chinese curried vegetables in a bowl of chicken broth with ramen.  The flavors were powerful enough to taste.  And, that’s a plus when your senses are at half strength.  Another favorite?  Ginger tea with soothing elements.  I’m not sure if the St Germain brought any healing powers to the table.  But, it sure did make me feel better.

Ginger Tea
makes one small pot

1 scant teaspoon black tea leaves
1 teaspoon peppermint leaves
1 inch ginger, cut into thin slices
1 ounce St Germain elderflower liqueur
honey, to taste

Bring about 16 ounces of water to a boil.  Let sit for 2 minutes.  As the water sits, spoon black tea and peppermint leaves into steeping pot.  Add ginger slices.  After two minutes, pour hot water into steeping pot.  Let steep for 4-7 minutes (to your taste).  Then, add 1 ounce of St Germain to your tea cup.  Fill with hot tea.  Relax and sip slowly to let it all sooth your throat.