Starbucks Medicine Ball
This copycat Starbucks Medicine Ball recipe is a must during cold and flu season as it combines lemonade, peach tranquility tea, Jade citrus mint, a little bit of honey, and peppermint extract to create the perfect drink to help fight off the cold and flu. The best news is this medicine ball Starbucks is so easy to make and you can always have everything right on hand to make it. This is also called Starbucks Honey Citrus Mint Tea now that it has been added to their regular menu.
Starbucks Medicine Ball
This medicine ball Starbucks recipe might just be my favorite copycat recipe I have on my site! It is quick and easy to make and with all the flavors mixed together, it usually helps soothe my ailments and helps me feel better in no time.
Be sure to try our other Copycat recipes like our Starbucks Pink Drink and our Copycat Bacon Gruyere Egg Bites.
What is in a Starbucks Medicine Ball?
A medicine ball is a concoction that is mixed together to help fight your cold. It contains lemonade, peach tranquility tea, Jade citrus mint, and a little bit of honey as well as peppermint extract. While we all refer to this as the Starbucks Medicine Ball it is actually called Honey Citrus Mint Tea at Starbucks.
Should I only make this Medicine Ball Recipe when I am sick?
No! The flavors in this recipe are so delicious. It is a super flavorful combination of a blend of different citrus combinations that you can enjoy anytime.
How to Make a Starbucks Medicine Ball at Home
- In the microwave, heat the water and lemonade until hot.
- Meanwhile, place the tea bags into a mug.
- Pour the water and lemonade over the tea bags and allow to steep for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Remove the tea bags and stir in the honey and peppermint extract, if using.
- Add a slice of lemon and serve.
Tips Tricks and FAQs
- You can add a peppermint tea bag if you prefer rather than adding peppermint extract.
- Be sure you get your lemonade hot, just under the point of boiling. This will make your lemonade bubbly with a little bit of frothiness.
- If you prefer to enjoy an iced version of this drink you can, just prepare it as normal and then enjoy it over ice.
- If you want to order one of these from Starbucks, they have officially added it to their menu, just simply ask for a Honey Citrus Mint Tea.
Storage
It is best if you enjoy this drink right away. You can store it in the fridge for up to a day if you would like.
Reheating
To reheat your copycat Starbucks Medicine Ball you will want to remove the lid and warm it to your desired temperature in the microwave.
Starbucks Medicine Ball
This copycat Starbucks Medicine Ball recipe is a must during cold and flu season as it combines lemonade, peach tranquility tea, Jade citrus mint, a little bit of honey, and peppermint extract to create the perfect drink to help fight off the cold and flu. The best news is it’s so easy to make and you can always have everything right on hand to make it. This is also called Starbucks Honey Citrus Mint Tea now that it has been added to their regular menu.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup water
- ¾ cup prepared lemonade
- 1 bag Teavana Peach Tranquility Tea
- 1 bag Teavana Jade Citrus Mint
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1 drop (about ⅛ teaspoon) peppermint extract, if a stronger mint taste is desired
- Sliced lemon
Instructions
- In the microwave, heat the water and lemonade until hot.
- Meanwhile, place the tea bags into a mug.
- Pour the water and lemonade over the tea bags and allow to steep for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Remove the tea bags and stir in the honey and peppermint extract, if using.
- Add a slice of lemon and serve.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
1Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 227Total Fat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 18mgCarbohydrates: 60gFiber: 5gSugar: 49gProtein: 3g
