Description
Costa Rican tea is a tropical herbal infusion that combines fresh ingredients like ginger, cinnamon, lime, and brown sugar, creating a refreshing and health-boosting drink. It embodies the pura vida lifestyle, offering soothing benefits along with delightful flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of water
- 2-inch piece of fresh ginger, sliced
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 lime, sliced
- 2 tablespoons of brown sugar or panela (adjust to taste)
- Optional: mint leaves, lemongrass, or star anise for extra flavor
Instructions
- Boil the water in a pot.
- Add ginger and cinnamon, simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in sugar and adjust sweetness.
- Add lime slices and optional herbs, simmer for 2 minutes.
- Strain, pour into cups, and garnish with mint or lime.
Notes
This tea can be served hot or chilled for a refreshing iced version. You can experiment with ingredients like honey, hibiscus, or tropical fruits for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Boil and Simmer
- Cuisine: Costa Rican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: per 100g
- Calories: 20 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Costa Rican tea, tropical herbal tea, ginger cinnamon tea, lime tea