Description
Japanese Mounjaro Tea is a calming and detoxifying herbal tea inspired by traditional Japanese mountain teas, often made with roasted or fermented herbs found in the wilds of Mount Kirishima or Mount Mounjaro. This version blends roasted green tea leaves with ginger and a hint of citrus for a soothing, earthy flavor. Perfect for digestion and relaxation, it’s a delightful drink served hot or chilled.
Ingredients
2 tsp roasted green tea leaves (hojicha or genmaicha preferred)
1/2 tsp dried ginger slices or 1 thin fresh ginger slice
1 strip dried yuzu peel (or substitute with lemon zest)
2 cups water
Honey or maple syrup to taste (optional)
Instructions
1. In a small pot, add 2 cups of water and bring it to a gentle boil.
2. Reduce the heat and add roasted green tea leaves, ginger, and yuzu peel.
3. Simmer gently for 3–5 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse.
4. Remove from heat and strain the tea into mugs or a teapot.
5. Sweeten with honey or maple syrup, if desired.
6. Serve hot for warmth or chill in the fridge and serve over ice for a refreshing iced tea version.
Notes
For added health benefits, you can mix in a pinch of turmeric or matcha powder.
If yuzu peel is hard to find, fresh lemon or orange zest makes a good substitute.
This tea pairs wonderfully with light snacks like rice crackers or mochi.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 5
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg