Hot Lemon Green Tea

Hot Lemon Green Tea is a comforting, aromatic beverage made by infusing green tea leaves with fresh lemon juice and often a touch of sweetener. It is a popular, revitalizing drink enjoyed worldwide, especially in East and South Asia, where it's valued for its simplicity and healthful properties.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This drink is virtually fat-free and very low in calories, typically under 50 per serving if lightly sweetened. Its key nutrients include antioxidants from the green tea, vitamin C from the lemon, and a modest amount of carbohydrates if sugar or honey is added.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	5 kcal
Protein	0.1 g
Carbs	1.2 g
Fat	0 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	0.5 g
Sodium	2 mg
Vitamin C	20 mg
Potassium	30 mg
Manganese	0.1 mg
Fluoride	0.1 mg
Catechins	50 mg
L-theanine	25 mg
Caffeine	25 mg
Polyphenols	40 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a staple in many Asian households as a daily wellness drink, often consumed to aid digestion or soothe a sore throat. Nutritionally, the combination of green tea's catechins and lemon's vitamin C is believed to enhance the body's absorption of beneficial antioxidants.