Introduction

This Better-For-You Starbucks Medicine Ball Cubes recipe offers a refreshing and soothing twist on a classic wellness drink. With natural ingredients like lemon, ginger, and honey, these cubes make it easy to enjoy a comforting tea anytime.

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Ingredients

5 lemons (chopped; be sure to scrub and wash them well)
1 3-inch piece ginger (scrubbed and washed well)
1/3 cup raw honey
1/2 cup coconut water
Mint tea (steeped)

Instructions

Step 1: Add the chopped lemons, ginger, raw honey, and coconut water to a blender. Blend until smooth.
Step 2: Transfer the blended mixture into an ice cube tray and freeze it overnight.
Step 3: When ready to serve, steep the mint tea in boiling water for 5 minutes.
Step 4: Add two of the medicine ball cubes to the hot tea and stir until they melt completely.
Step 5: Optionally, add more raw honey and a squeeze of lemon for extra flavor. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Tips & Variations

Use fresh, organic lemons and ginger for the best flavor and health benefits.
If you prefer a stronger ginger kick, add a little more fresh ginger to the blend.
Try swapping coconut water with green tea for a different taste and extra antioxidants.
Store the cubes in an airtight container or cover the ice tray to prevent freezer odors.

Storage

Keep the medicine ball cubes frozen in an ice cube tray or airtight container for up to one month. When ready to use, add cubes directly to hot tea and allow them to melt. This method ensures a fresh, flavorful drink every time.

How to Serve

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Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use bottled lemon juice instead of fresh lemons?

Fresh lemons are recommended for the best flavor and nutritional benefits, but in a pinch, you can use bottled lemon juice. Adjust the quantity to taste as bottled juice is often more concentrated or processed.

Can I prepare the medicine ball cubes in advance?

Yes, the cubes are designed to be made ahead and frozen. This allows you to quickly prepare a soothing drink whenever you want without extra prep time.

Better-For-You Starbucks Medicine Ball Cubes Recipe

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These Better-For-You Starbucks Medicine Ball Cubes are a refreshing and soothing homemade remedy made from fresh lemons, ginger, raw honey, and coconut water. The mixture is blended and frozen into convenient ice cubes that can be added to hot mint tea for a flavorful and healthful drink, perfect for calming the throat and boosting immunity.

Author: Daniel
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes (including freezing time)
Yield: Makes about 20 cubes (depends on ice cube tray size) 1x
Category: Beverage
Method: Blending
Cuisine: American
Diet: Low Fat

Ingredients

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Medicine Ball Cubes

5 Lemons, chopped (scrubbed and washed well)
1 3-inch piece of fresh ginger (scrubbed and washed well)
1/3 cup raw honey
1/2 cup coconut water

Mint Tea

Mint tea bags or loose mint tea leaves
Water for steeping
Additional raw honey (optional, for sweetness)
Lemon slices or wedges (optional, for garnish and extra flavor)

Instructions

Prepare the Mixture: Combine the chopped lemons, fresh ginger, raw honey, and coconut water in a blender. Blend the ingredients until you achieve a smooth, consistent mixture.
Freeze into Cubes: Pour the blended mixture into an ice cube tray, filling each section evenly. Place the tray in the freezer and allow it to freeze overnight or for at least 6-8 hours until solid.
Steep Mint Tea: When ready to enjoy, steep mint tea bags or loose mint tea leaves in boiling water for 5 minutes to extract the flavor.
Add Medicine Ball Cubes: Drop two of the frozen medicine ball cubes into the hot mint tea. Stir gently until the cubes have melted and blended thoroughly with the tea.
Garnish and Serve: Add additional raw honey or a squeeze of fresh lemon to taste, if desired. Serve the tea immediately and enjoy the soothing, refreshing beverage.

Notes

You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less raw honey according to your preference.
Use organic lemons and ginger for the best flavor and health benefits.
The coconut water adds natural electrolytes, but you can substitute it with plain water if preferred.
These ice cubes can also be used in cold teas or diluted juices for a flavor boost.
Store the medicine ball cubes in an airtight container or covered tray to prevent freezer odors from affecting the flavor.

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