Black tea ginger and lemon

A blend of strong, rounded Assam and South Indian black teas is infused with spices and citrus to add a special, beneficial touch to tea time. This invigorating combination delivers a complex flavour of ginger, lemon peel and lemongrass – elements that work well together and complement the intense profile of the black tea. The combination creates a flavourful, intense taste with a smooth sensation, along with fresh, citrus notes from the peel and natural lemon flavour. The tangy ginger pairs perfectly with the light bitterness of the lemon peel; an accord that is reinforced by the citrus nuances of lemongrass with a tart, teasing aftertaste. The result is a rejuvenating blend of ginger and lemon black tea that is a pleasure to drink both hot and cold; thirst-quenching to cool off in the summer or balsamic to warm up in the winter.

What are the benefits of ginger and lemon black tea

The combination of the ingredients provides an antioxidant effect through each element. In addition to the antioxidant polyphenols in black tea, ginger and lemon provide natural compounds that are beneficial to our body. Their ability to fight free radicals helps the body prevent these harmful molecules from causing damage to cells – also in an anti-aging function. In addition, this ginger and lemon black tea increases energy and vitality with the invigorating touch of caffeine contained in the tea. Its tonic function, to combat physical and mental fatigue, helps improve concentration and attention without an excessively exciting effect. On the contrary, it also facilitates a state of mental relaxation thanks to the amino acid called L-theanine. Perfect after meals to facilitate digestion through the action of all the ingredients, known for their properties useful for the transit of food. It helps normal intestinal function by promoting the development of healthy bacteria and the assimilation of food, even with a slight laxative effect. For digestive well-being, in addition, the tea component with lemon and ginger can help calm the stomach in case of slow digestion, alleviating the feeling of nausea, and the elimination of gas.
This black tea also makes the diuretic effect facilitating the drainage of body fluids, against water retention and the feeling of bloating.
Does this black tea ginger and lemon make you lose weight? In reality, it carries out several useful actions within a detox and balanced diet. The diuretic action is useful as a purification guarantees a rapid elimination of accumulated waste in favor of the silhouette. In addition, it helps in managing body weight through the caffeine in black tea which stimulates the metabolism; an action also supported by ginger. Furthermore, the hot steam of black tea with ginger and lemon has useful properties for the well-being of the nose and throat in case of congestion.
This black tea has components such as the antioxidant polyphenols of tea (flavonoids, catechins, flavanols), of ginger which contains gingerol; while lemon and lemongrass provide compounds such as limonene, citric acid, chlorogenic acid and flavonoids with antioxidant activity. It makes nutrients available such as some B vitamins, minerals (fluoride, calcium, zinc, magnesium and potassium), tannins and amino acids, alkaloids which include caffeine (theine).

Black tea with ginger and lemon: how to buy it?

Our e-shop Natura d'Oriente offers this blend of black tea for sale online, selected for the high quality of the loose leaves and ingredients. We make available the ginger and lemon black tea in practical freshness-saving packs of 25 g, 50 g, 100 g, 150 g, 300 g.

How to prepare the black tea infusion

Insert in a cup (250 ml), about 3-5 grams of the mixture. Heat the water between 90 and 95 °C, and then pour it into the cup. The infusion can last from 3 to 5 minutes, based on the tastes related to the intensity of the black tea.

The history of ginger and lemon tea

The origins of black tea infused with ginger are mysterious, but they are certainly of oriental origin - the territory where both plants originate and are used by humans. For centuries, ginger has been a resource both as a food and useful for well-being in folk medicine and herbal medicine. For this reason, the infusion of ginger in black tea to enhance the effects of both, may date back a long time. The benefits of their combined use, may have seen the addition of lemon in a more recent era, when this citrus fruit became a useful complement to flavor black tea. As a culinary spice, ginger is used in Indian and Asian dishes, and in Europe it was used already in the Middle Ages and the Renaissance to flavor beer; in modern times, its export and use for infusions and cas an aromatic spice. Lemon also became widespread after the Middle Ages, while lemongrass is a plant used in Asian cuisine, which began to be used in Europe more recently, in the form of oil. It is appreciated because its flavor and aroma are similar to those of lemon, with a sweeter and more delicate note. The combination we propose is that of Assam India black tea, enhanced with these ingredients and natural flavors. We choose high-quality teas from Indian growing regions that ensure infusions with an intense bouquet, with a full-bodied taste. In many countries, black tea is consumed plain or with a slice of lemon, while the addition of spices is foreseen in Indian chai black tea.

Black tea with ginger and lemon: can it have contraindications?

Tea consumption is considered safe for adults, although some effects should be kept in mind, due to the caffeine content. Consuming caffeine in excessive quantities can cause agitation, palpitations, difficulty sleeping, diarrhea, nausea and stomach pain. The presence of ginger and lemon can also worsen the conditions of heartburn and gastritis.