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Honey Grapefruit Cucumber Thyme Tea

November 29, 2022
Shanika | Orchids + Sweet Tea

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Start your morning off on the right note with this deliciously warming Honey Grapefruit Cucumber Thyme Tea that's good for you!

Honey Grapefruit Cucumber Thyme Tea

This Honey Grapefruit Cucumber Thyme Tea recipe is a healthy combination of sweet, tart, and fresh flavors. Naturally sweetened with raw honey, this tea serves great as a powerful dose of antioxidants, boost in digestion, and boost in your overall immune system; made from grapefruit, cucumber, thyme sprigs, and lime juice. Can be served hot or cold, is easy to make, and perfect for any day or season, especially during the cooler months. Vegan option available.

Hand stirring Honey Grapefruit Cucumber Thyme Tea with a honey dipper

Where do I honestly begin with this Honey Grapefruit Cucumber Thyme Tea? I'm such a HUGE fan of tea. It's truly a staple within the Jamaican culture and I grew up seeing the adults in my family drink tea daily-----sometimes twice a day, depending on the circumstance. While I wasn't a fan of it in my earlier years, things definitely have changed once I became in my late teens where I began my own love for a good ole' cup of tea. Haha.

Growing up in a Jamaican household, teas such as cerasee, mint, garlic, ginger, and so many other herbal teas were the everyday go-to's. While such teas are REALLY bold in flavor (sometimes off-putting depending on the herb or ingredient), their health benefits go far beyond the taste and proved to be more beneficial. Most of the teas were boiled over the stovetop from their natural "bush" or herb and then lightly sweetened and enjoyed.

Today, I still adopt a lot of those principles and although I do love tea bags and the variations available, I always find myself leaning back into creating my teas from natural, raw ingredients for added benefit.

This tea in particular is awesome because it's super easy to make, conveniently can be used as a 'meal prep', immune-boosting, and can be enjoyed either hot or cold.

Plus, it's definitely a refreshing take on my very first detox drink that many of you love to this day-----Cucumber Ginger Lemon Detox Juice! Such an easy blend and drink.

Health Benefits of Honey Grapefruit Cucumber Thyme Tea

Together, the ingredients in this homemade Honey Grapefruit Cucumber Thyme Tea have some amazing health benefits, including:

  • Powerful plant-based antioxidants that fight disease-causing free radicals in the body
  • An immense system boost from vitamin C
  • Potassium for healthy cells
  • Stimulating your metabolism for faster digestion and a healthy gut
  • Great in possibly lowering blood sugar
  • Helps hydrate and clear up skin

Ingredients for Honey Grapefruit Cucumber Thyme Tea including limes, grapefruits, and cucumbers

That is why I began making my teas + juices with powerful ingredients, especially during the cooler months. Previously, I made this Healthy Citrus Pear Ginger Detox Tea, which has immune boosting properties that are without question. Made from fresh oranges, ginger roots, pears, lemons, grapefruit, and naturally sweetened, this tea is a great recipe for the entire family. Easy to make, vegan + gluten-free.

Glass of Honey Grapefruit Cucumber Thyme Tea

How To Store Leftover Honey Grapefruit Cucumber Thyme Tea

Keep any leftovers in the refrigerator, tightly covered in your pitcher or in a sealed mason jar. Best if consumed within a few days. To serve—reheat on the stove top and enjoy!

How To Serve This Tea Cold?

This drink can also be consumed cold, if preferred. Simply let it cool completely once stepped before adding it to a sealed jar or pitcher and refrigerated before serving over ice, if desired.

Can I Add Additional Boost to This Tea? 

Absolutely! To add a boost and make this Honey Grapefruit Cucumber Thyme Tea more powerful, you can add mint leaves, turmeric/black pepper, SeaMoss or apple cider vinegar to the mix!

My Fave Detox Recipes To Try!

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If you make this Honey Grapefruit Cucumber Thyme Tea, be sure to tag me on Instagram @orchidsandsweettea!

Glass of Honey Grapefruit Cucumber Thyme Tea next to a honey dipper

Glass of Honey Grapefruit Cucumber Thyme Tea

Honey Grapefruit Cucumber Thyme Tea

November 29, 2022
5 from 2 votes
Start your morning off on the right note with this deliciously warming Honey Grapefruit Cucumber Thyme Tea that's good for you!
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Serves: 1 serving

Ingredients

TEA:

  • 2 cups water
  • 1 grapefruit, freshly-squeezed
  • 1 cucumber, peeled + chopped
  • 2 fresh thyme sprigs (See Notes!)
  • peeled skin of grapefruit
  • 3-4 Tbsps raw honey
  • ½ lime, freshly-squeezed

OPTIONAL GARNISH:

  • Grapefruit cut into wedges
  • Sliced cucumber

Instructions

TO MAKE THE TEA:

  • In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, add the water and bring to a boil for 1-2 minutes. Add the peels of the grapefruit, freshly-squeezed grapefruit juice, and thyme sprigs, and let it boil for another 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and let everything steep (with a pot cover lid) for 5-6 minutes.
  • Once fully steeped, add in the honey and stir until combined.
  • To serve, pour the tea mixture (discarding of the grapefruit skin and thyme sprigs) carefully into mug(s) and add freshly chopped grapefruit wedges + cucumber slices as garnish, if desired.
  • Sip and enjoy!

Tips & Tricks

  • STORAGE: Keep any leftovers in the refrigerator, tightly covered in your pitcher or in a sealed mason jar. Best if consumed within a few days. To serve—reheat on the stove top and enjoy!
  • SWEETENER: You can adjust the amount of sweetener depending on how sweet or unsweet you'd like for your tea to be. For the vegan option, use maple syrup or organic cane sugar or brown sugar as the sweetener instead.
  • SERVING SIZE: For larger batches, feel free to double or triple the ingredients as needed.
  • COLD OPTION: This drink can also be consumed cold, if preferred. Simply let it cool completely once stepped before adding it to a sealed jar or pitcher and refrigerated before serving over ice, if desired.
  • ADDITIONAL BOOST: To add a boost to make this drink more powerful, you can add mint leaves, turmeric/black pepper, SeaMoss or apple cider vinegar to the mix!
  • EQUIPMENT: Here, I’ve curated a list of drinkware and mocktail essentials that I use to achieve my favorite drinking experiences, especially with this Honey Grapefruit Cucumber Thyme Tea. Everything from my fave glassware, honey pot, coffee stirrers, and more. SEE THEM HERE!

Nutrition

Calories: 347kcal | Carbohydrates: 90g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 33mg | Potassium: 833mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 74g | Vitamin A: 3272IU | Vitamin C: 103mg | Calcium: 135mg | Iron: 2mg

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Script text: Xx, Shanika

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