Starbucks Medicine Ball Recipe
Introduction
The Starbucks Medicine Ball is a soothing and comforting warm drink, perfect for calming a sore throat or just relaxing on a chilly day. Combining lemonade, honey, and two types of tea, it offers a gentle balance of sweet and refreshing flavors.
Ingredients
- 12 ounces lemonade
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1 tea bag peppermint tea
- 1 tea bag peach tea
- Fresh lemon slices (for garnish, if desired)
Instructions
- Step 1: Pour 12 ounces of lemonade into a small saucepan and bring it to a simmer over medium heat for about 4 minutes.
- Step 2: Place 2 teaspoons of honey into a mug.
- Step 3: Pour the steaming lemonade into the mug and stir well to dissolve the honey.
- Step 4: Add one peppermint tea bag and one peach tea bag to the mug.
- Step 5: Allow the teas to steep according to the instructions on their packaging, usually about 4 minutes, or until it reaches your desired strength.
- Step 6: Optionally, garnish with fresh lemon slices before serving.
Tips & Variations
- For a stronger herbal flavor, steep the tea bags longer but avoid oversteeping to prevent bitterness.
- Substitute honey with agave syrup or maple syrup for a different sweetness profile.
- Add a splash of ginger juice or fresh grated ginger for extra soothing properties.
Storage
This drink is best enjoyed fresh while warm but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave, stirring before serving. Avoid re-steeping the tea bags to prevent bitterness.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use bottled lemon juice instead of lemonade?
Yes, you can substitute bottled lemon juice mixed with water and a bit of sugar or sweetener to mimic lemonade, but the balance of sweetness may vary.
What if I’m allergic to honey?
You can replace honey with a plant-based sweetener like maple syrup or agave nectar without affecting the flavor too much.
PrintStarbucks Medicine Ball Recipe
Starbucks Medicine Ball is a warm, soothing tea drink blending lemonade, honey, peppermint, and peach teas. It’s perfect for comforting cold days or whenever you need a calming, flavorful beverage with a hint of citrus and soothing herbs.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 12 ounces lemonade
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1 tea bag peppermint tea
- 1 tea bag peach tea
- Fresh lemon slices (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Simmer the lemonade: Pour 12 ounces of lemonade into a small saucepan and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat for about 4 minutes, allowing it to warm thoroughly.
- Add honey to mug: Place 2 teaspoons of honey into your serving mug to sweeten the drink naturally.
- Mix honey and lemonade: Pour the hot lemonade from the saucepan into the mug over the honey and stir well until the honey has fully dissolved.
- Steep the teas: Add 1 peppermint tea bag and 1 peach tea bag to the mug. Let the tea steep according to the tea bag instructions or until it reaches your preferred strength—around 4 minutes works well.
- Garnish and serve: Optionally, add fresh lemon slices to the mug for extra citrus aroma and flavor before serving.
Notes
- Adjust steeping time for tea bags depending on how strong you want the tea flavor.
- You can substitute honey with another sweetener if preferred.
- Use fresh lemonade for best flavor; store-bought lemonade works fine too.
- Serve immediately while warm for maximum soothing effect.
Keywords: Starbucks Medicine Ball, comforting tea, lemonade tea, peppermint tea, peach tea, warm beverage, soothing drink
