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Cortisol Cocktail Recipe

This refreshing Cortisol Cocktail is a calming blend of green tea, chamomile, lemon, ginger, and turmeric designed to help you unwind, reduce stress, and feel rejuvenated. It’s light, soothing, and naturally energizing, perfect for mornings or mid-day resets.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 30
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Green tea bag
  • 1 Chamomile tea bag
  • Juice from 1/2 a lemon
  • 1 cup Water
  • Ice cubes
  • 1 tsp Honey
  • 1 inch grated Turmeric
  • 1 inch grated fresh Ginger
  • 1 tsp dried Chamomile flowers

Equipment

  • Small pot or kettle
  • Mug or heat-safe container
  • Fine strainer (if using loose tea or flowers)
  • Grater (for ginger and turmeric)
  • Spoon for stirring
  • Glass
  • Ice cubes

Method
 

  1. Boil Water — Bring water to a boil in a pot or kettle until hot and ready for steeping.
  2. Steep Tea — Place green tea and chamomile tea bags in a mug or heat-safe container.
  3. Pour Water — Pour the hot water over the tea bags and let them steep for 5 minutes.
  4. Remove Tea Bags — Take out the tea bags or strain out loose tea and chamomile flowers.
  5. Add Lemon — Squeeze the juice from half a lemon into the tea.
  6. Add Fresh Flavor — Grate turmeric and ginger directly into the mixture for a natural boost of color and nutrients.
  7. Sweeten (Optional) — Stir in a small spoonful of honey if you prefer a sweeter taste.
  8. Let Sit — Allow the tea to rest for another 5 minutes to deepen the flavor.
  9. Prepare Glass — Fill a glass with ice cubes.
  10. Pour and Serve — Pour the tea mixture over the ice and gently swirl to cool and blend the flavors.
  11. Enjoy — Sip slowly and relax your cortisol-soothing, stress-relieving drink is ready!