3 Reasons why its heart healthy:
- Camomile tea promotes relaxation, which may reduce stress-related raised blood pressure, and provides antioxidants that help protect the heart and blood vessels.
- Ginger is well known for its anti-inflammatory action and supports cardiovascular health by helping to reduce inflammation in the body and improve blood circulation.
- Choosing this option rather than an alternative mocktail which are often high in sugar, helps keep added sugar consumption low which helps us to maintain a healthy weight and therefore supports heart health.
Chamomile Ginger Spritz
A heart-healthy mocktail that feels like a luxurious cocktail. Calming chamomile is the star of the show here, which helps promote a feeling of relaxation and promotes good sleep. A great alternative to alcohol and sugar laden cocktails.
Servings
4
servingsPrep time
5
minutesTotal time
1
hour5
minutesIngredients
4 x chamomile tea bags
1 thumb size piece of fresh ginger
500 ml freshly boiled water
Juice of ½ lime
500 ml soda water
Ice cubes
A few sprigs of fresh rosemary or mint to garnish
Lime wedges to garnish
Directions
- Start by adding the tea bags to a large jug, roughly chop or grate the ginger and add to the jug before pouring over 500ml freshly boiled water. Leave this to brew and cool for 1 hour.
- Strain the cooled tea, add the lime juice and divide between 4 glasses filled with ice and top with soda water. Garnish with lime wedges and a sprig of rosemary or mint – whatever you fancy.
