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A steaming cup of Ginger Milk Tea with honey, fresh ginger, and cinnamon sticks, set against a warm, blurred background.

The Belly-Soothing Comfort of Ginger Milk Tea

Ginger Milk Tea is a cozy, soothing blend of black tea, milk, and fresh ginger, known for its comforting flavor and digestive benefits. Easy to customize and rooted in tradition, it's a nourishing drink perfect for wellness and warmth.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 1
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ Inches fresh ginger root (peeled and sliced)
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup milk (whole, oat, almond, or soy)
  • 1 Teaspoon black tea bag or one loose tea
  • 2 Teaspoon sugar (or your favorite sweetener)
  • 1 Teaspoon honey If you want to deepen the flavor

Method
 

  1. Slice the Ginger: Peel and slice your ginger root. Fresh ginger yields the mostflavor and health benefits.
  2. Boil the Ginger: Combine the sliced ginger and one cup of water in a smallsaucepan. Let it come to a boil and cook for 8-10 minutes. This is a crucialstep to achieve a deep, spicy base for your tea.
  3. Add Tea Leaves or Bag: After you’ve let your ginger simmer, add the black tea. Leave itsteep for another 2–3 minutes, and then it will combine well with the spicy gingerwater.
  4. Add the Milk: Whiskin the milk and reduce the heat to low. This makes a classic milk-based teathat takes the sharpness of the ginger and the tea in milk.
  5. Simmer and Sweet: Allow everything to simmer gently for 3–5 minutes. When it'sfragrant and the flavors are heightened, turn off the heat. Stir in sugar andhoney if using. It creates a delicious twist on the milk and honey tea, whichis naturally calming.
  6. Strain and Serve: Use a fine strainer and pour the tea into a mug. Your homemadeGinger Milk Tea is now ready to be served hot!

Notes

Ginger Milk Tea is a comforting, health-boosting beverage made by infusing fresh ginger root in water, then combining it with black tea, milk (dairy or plant-based), and a touch of sweetener like sugar or honey. With roots in traditional medicine and popular across cultures—especially in India as adrak chai—this tea is valued for its soothing, digestive, and anti-inflammatory properties. The recipe is simple and flexible, allowing for variations like using ground ginger, adding spices (e.g., cinnamon, cardamom), or transforming it into a ginger chai latte. Whether served hot or cold, Ginger Milk Tea offers a cozy, customizable experience ideal for wellness and flavor lovers alike.