10 Ideas for Homemade Ginger Infusions

1 - Ginger herbal infusion: the original recipe

Ginger is thought to offer a number of health benefits. The root is said to aid digestion and help prevent the symptoms of motion sickness, including nausea. To enjoy these benefits alongside its warming, peppery flavour, nothing beats a homemade ginger infusion. Simply steep ginger pieces in boiling water: around 15 grams per litre, or one teaspoon of ginger per cup. Leave to infuse for 7 to 10 minutes before drinking. [dp_product id=288 domain=0 ]

2 - Ginger and lemon infusion

This is the most popular ginger infusion recipe. Lemon adds a bright, zesty note to the drink. Simply add a slice of lemon, a squeeze of juice or some lemon zest to your cup. For a change of pace, try combining ginger with lime, orange or kaffir lime.

3 - Ginger and honey infusion

For a softer, more rounded cup, stir in a teaspoon of honey. Honey acts as a natural sweetener, removing the need for added sugar. It softens the spicy edge of the ginger and, in the previous recipe, balances out the acidity of the lemon too.

4 - Ginger and spice infusions

In cooking, ginger root is often paired with spices, and the same approach works beautifully in an infusion. Add masala spices, turmeric, ground cinnamon, pepper or cardamom to your recipe, adjusting the spices and quantities to suit your taste.

5 - Ginger and mint infusion

For a refreshing, lively cup, pair ginger with mint. You can also use peppermint, which, true to its name, adds an extra peppery kick. Like ginger, it is also known to ease digestive discomfort. For a summery twist, try adding a little rosemary to your ginger and mint infusion. This recipe works particularly well made ahead in summer and served chilled.

6 - Ginger tea infusions

A tea lover? Ginger pairs beautifully with green teas, white teas and Rooibos. You can blend it yourself by adding ginger pieces to your loose-leaf tea, or choose a ready-blended option like our organic Sencha green tea with ginger and lemon. To preserve the delicate flavours, keep the infusion time short: 2 to 3 minutes.

7 - Add herbs to your ginger infusions

Infusing ginger with herbs lets you combine flavours and the reputed properties of each ingredient. If you are out of lemon, lemongrass makes a great substitute and gives a similar brightness to the cup. Verbena and chamomile are wonderful additions for an evening ginger infusion. To intensify the natural heat of your tisane, try infusing nettle alongside your ginger.

8 - Fruit in your homemade ginger drink

To sweeten your ginger infusion, a teaspoon of honey always works well, but you can also use other naturally sweet ingredients such as dried fruits. Beyond lemon, ginger pairs wonderfully with apple, peach, date, grape, berries and other red fruits.

9 - Ginger and cacao infusion recipe

For a comforting, warming cup, turn to chocolate. Make a ginger and cacao infusion by adding cacao nibs or cacao shells. If you don't have those to hand, stir a teaspoon of cocoa powder into your infusion water. Round out the recipe with pantry staples like cinnamon or vanilla.

10 - Dried flowers in your ginger infusion

Dried flowers bring a naturally floral, spring-like aroma to a ginger infusion. Try mallow, pot marigold, rose petals, cornflower or lavender. Like herbs, certain flowers are known to have soothing properties. Pick your favourite combination, brew for a few minutes and enjoy your ginger infusion. Looking for more inspiration? Browse our loose-leaf teas and herbal infusions, as well as other products such as whole-bean coffee and accessories for storing your ingredients or preparing your brew.

Fancy a ready-to-brew option ? Discover our ginger herbal tea.