Description
The Starbucks Honey Citrus Mint Tea, also known as the Medicine Ball, is a soothing, citrusy, and slightly sweet tea perfect for cold days or when you’re feeling under the weather. Made with a blend of green tea, herbal tea, honey, and lemonade, this warm and comforting drink is packed with antioxidants and a refreshing minty finish. Now, you can recreate this Starbucks favorite at home with simple ingredients!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup hot water
- 1/2 cup lemonade (fresh or store-bought)
- 1 Teavana Jade Citrus Mint green tea bag (or any minty green tea)
- 1 Teavana Peach Tranquility tea bag (or any peach-flavored herbal tea)
- 1 tbsp honey (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 tsp fresh lemon juice (optional, for extra citrus flavor)
Instructions
Heat the Water & Lemonade:
- In a small saucepan or microwave, heat 1 cup of water and 1/2 cup of lemonade until hot but not boiling.
Steep the Tea:
- Pour the hot water and lemonade into a mug.
- Add the Jade Citrus Mint and Peach Tranquility tea bags.
- Let steep for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
Add Honey & Lemon (Optional):
- Stir in honey until fully dissolved.
- Add a splash of lemon juice for an extra citrus boost.
Enjoy!
- Remove tea bags and sip your homemade Honey Citrus Mint Tea for a cozy and refreshing experience.
Notes
- If you don’t have Teavana teas, substitute with:
- Jade Citrus Mint → Minty green tea (like Tazo Zen or Lipton Green Tea with Mint)
- Peach Tranquility → Peach or chamomile herbal tea
- For a stronger tea, steep the tea bags for 7-8 minutes.
- Want it iced? Let it cool and serve over ice for a refreshing summer drink!
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Hot Tea, Starbucks Copycat Recipes, Comfort Drinks
- Method: Steeping, Stovetop (or Microwave)
- Cuisine: American