This green tea recipe has the health benefits and zingy flavor of ginger plus the refreshing citrus taste of lemon thanks to lemon-ginger simple syrup. Just make a batch of simple syrup in advance, and you can make hot or iced Lemon-Ginger Green Tea in about six minutes.

• 1 tablespoon green tea, such as Houjicha, Sencha, or Kukicha
• 1 cup simmering water
• 2 teaspoons Lemon-Ginger Simple Syrup
• 1 cup ice, if making iced tea, optional

• Gather the ingredients.
• Steep the tea for 3 minutes.
• Strain and add Lemon-Ginger Simple Syrup.
• Serve hot or pour over ice.