Best Teas with Honey
What should I sweeten my tea with?
When it comes to sweetening tea, there are many options to go with. Sometimes, certain herbs will offer a natural sweetness to your tea like licorice root or honeybush. Our top recommendation is to sweeten tea with honey. Tea with honey is a great alternative if you are looking to limit the amount of processed sugar you have and it's overall a delicious choice to pair with tea.
While honey can be added to any tea, here are our top recommendations of teas to sweeten with honey.
How much honey should I use in my tea?
The general rule of thumb for sweetening your tea with honey is to start with 1-2 teaspoons of honey for the cup of tea. After that, add more depending on how sweet you like your tea to be!
What are the health benefits of honey?
Besides honey being a delicious, natural way to sweeten tea and add extra flavor, there are also health benefits associated with drinking tea with honey.
- Helps soothe sore throats and coughs
- Source of antioxidants
- Local honey can provide relief from seasonal allergies
- Has less of an impact on blood sugar then other sweeteners
- Honey contains antimicrobial properties, so it can help boost immune system function
*To get the most benefits out of honey when added to tea, it is recommended to let your tea cool to drinking temperature before mixing in the honey.
What to Look for When Buying Honey:
Raw Honey:
The main difference between raw honey and regular honey is how they are processed. Raw honey is unheated, unpasteurized and comes straight from the honeycomb with minimal filtration. This process helps preserve the benefits and minerals in the honey.
There is a difference to keep in mind. Raw honey is thicker and creamier but it does crystallize faster than regular honey. Regular honey is more clear and smooth and can stay in a liquid form longer.
Local Honey:
At you local grocery store, you will likely see a variety of honey options. It is important to note that some of those will be imported from other areas while some are from local bee hives. The main difference is that local honey can be more beneficial when it comes to allergy support.
Honey Spoons: Honey on the Go
NEW ITEM!
We are excited to release new Honey Spoons. These are single serve spoons filled with wildflower honey. They are great for on the go, a quick treat and to take on activities on hiking or camping.
This product would also make a great addition to a gift basket or stocking for someone who loves honey and tea.
Other Sweeteners for Tea:
If you are looking for other natural sweetener options for you tea, there are many more besides honey.
Here are some recommendations:
- Agave
- Coconut Sugar
- Maple Syrup
- Monk Fruit
- Date Syrup
